In the Fade: A New Adult Fantasy with Romance (Magic Fade)

A warrior mage academy. A stolen birthright. A girl everyone underestimates.

Power made Maslyn dangerous.
Losing it may make her unstoppable.

Maslyn Nirtav was meant to change the world.

Born with magic stronger than anyone around her, she has spent her life preparing to become Siela’s protector...
...until the day her power is stripped away, leaving her exposed in a world that no longer recognizes her.

At Mulik Academy, strength is everything. Without her magic, Maslyn is no longer the prodigy everyone expected. She’s an outsider navigating political games, whispered histories, and a legacy her father refuses to explain.

Then she creates something impossible: a new Tamil, a word of power no one has seen before.
Now nobles watch her. Scholars question her. And the Emperor himself may be listening.

As those with magic begin to vanish across Siela, Maslyn is forced to confront a truth far more dangerous than losing her strength: the history she was raised to believe may be nothing more than lies hiding a far darker truth.
Because power was never just something she carried.
It was the key to a truth she was never meant to question.

IN THE FADE is a coming-of-age fantasy about rediscovering power, navigating trust, and facing what hides beneath history's polished surface. Full of sharp training scenes, slow-burn romance, and whispers of something more, it's the perfect read for fans of Throne of Glass, The Scholomance, and An Ember in the Ashes.


“Such a good slow burn of mystery, thrill and emotions. This world is so intriguing with hidden layers.”

“Martens's ability to craft thought-provoking moments is evident throughout, and the quote "You will survive this. You will learn your purpose" resonated deeply with me. I really enjoyed the journey this book took me on. "In the Fade" is a must-read for fans of magical adventures and I’m excited for the next book in the series.”

“C.M. Martens’ design of a young main character who bravely pushes forward to find her place in an unfamiliar setting after undergoing a traumatizing moment is thoughtful. Equally, the protagonist endeavors to turn fearful emotions into motivations for a much-needed self-discovery. In addition, restoration of shattered aptitudes is a worthy stimulant to hundreds of YA fantasy enthusiasts who may find themselves isolated and feeling inadequate in the face of severe and intense concerns. Numerous adrenalizing moments in the text will throw readers into a fantasy world with very many hidden layers, that create unforgettable and awe-inspiring memories…”