Arcane Ocean  (English, Paperback, Nathan Dudley Olson Dudley)

Arcane Ocean is a young adult contemporary fantasy about the return of magic to the modern world. The central premise of Arcane Ocean is that when given the ability to shape reality around us, it is easy to find yourself slipping into darkness. Whether it be a cold, calculated evil, or reckless actions that seemed like a good idea at the time. As the first in a larger series about magic returning to the modern earth, Arcane Ocean introduces you to our non-heroes. Some people were born to be leaders, but most were not. The story follows their lives as they struggle to learn magic's secrets and discover their own unique abilities. Morgan discovers she has the ability to communicate with animals, Kaleb's ability to walk the realm of the dead, and Nick's psychic vampirism. Without anyone to guide them, they learn magic's mysteries on their own. Their own recklessness and selfishness are their greatest enemies. Not only has magic changed the lives of man, but also beast, as Morgan discovers that some animals have awoken to a level of higher intelligence. Her beloved cat reveals its nature to her and exactly what she thinks of Morgan's life and choices. Darker perils await them as the Arcane Skies trilogy continues. Arcane Fire explores a world where the government has learned of magic's return, and the dramatic conclusion Arcane Armageddon witnesses the collapse of civilization when ideologies pit neighbor against neighbor.