Dolls Kill - Shop now
Kindle Unlimited
Unlimited reading. Over 4 million titles. Learn more
Read for Free
OR
$4.99 with 64 percent savings
Print List Price: $13.99

Promotions apply when you purchase

These promotions will be applied to this item:

Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.

Sold by Amazon.com Services LLC.
Read with our free app
You've subscribed to ! We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. When new books are released, we'll charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the pre-order period.
Update your device or payment method, cancel individual pre-orders or your subscription at
Your Memberships & Subscriptions
Kindle app logo image

Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.

Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.

Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.

QR code to download the Kindle App

Follow the author

Alice Winters
Follow
Something went wrong. Please try your request again later.

Casting Light (Shadow's Lure Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Alice Winters (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 900 ratings
Bastian
When life dragged me down, I assumed I’d never get back up. I never guessed that Andras—the dark magic user I was always told to fear—would not only give me a helping hand but draw me into his arms and protect me from those who wished to harm me.

I never imagined that Andras and his “danger noodle” would be there to make me laugh, to care about me, and show me what it means to be loved. But now, the two of us have to prove to the Casters that we won’t be knocked down. Not when we don’t know who we can trust… and when there’s something darker coming for all of us.

Andras
As the hunt for the book that started all of this comes to a head, our enemies are getting closer, but so is the truth of what happened when my light magic was taken years ago. While they’ve fought to tear us apart, they’ve done nothing but draw us together as well as nearer to the truth.

I’m determined to finish this so I can get my happy ever after with the man I love and show him all of the little things he missed out in life. Oh, and so he can make me more chili.

Casting Light is the thrilling and humorous conclusion to the Shadow’s Lure duology.
Read more
Previous slide of product details
  1. Book 2 of 2
    Shadow's Lure
  2. Print length
    350 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Accessibility
    Learn more
  5. Publication date
    September 19, 2023
  6. File size
    5.4 MB
  7. Page Flip
    Enabled
  8. Word Wise
    Enabled
  9. Enhanced typesetting
    Enabled
Next slide of product details

Shop this series

 See full series
There are 2 books in this series.
This option includes 2 books.

Customers also bought or read

Page 1 of 1Start over
Previous page
  4. Fake Dates and Fanged Mistakes
    Kindle Edition
    $4.99
  12. Asher (Demons-In-Law Book 1)
    Kindle Edition
    $5.99
  15. Ruins (Wings 'N' Wands Book 1)
    Kindle Edition
    $5.99
  21. The Wolf's (Un)Lucky Fae
    Kindle Edition
    $5.99
  23. Grave Misfortune
    Kindle Edition
    $5.99
Next page
Loading...

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CCXM57TG
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 19, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 350 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 2 of 2 ‏ : ‎ Shadow's Lure
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 900 ratings

About the author

Follow authors to get new release updates, plus improved recommendations.
Alice Winters

Alice Winters

Brief content visible, double tap to read full content.
Full content visible, double tap to read brief content.

Alice Winters started writing stories as soon as she was old enough to turn her ideas into written words. She loves writing a variety of things from romance and comedy to action. She also enjoys reading, horseback riding, and spending time with her pets.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
900 global ratings

Review this product

Share your thoughts with other customers
Write a customer review

Customers say

Customers find this book entertaining with incredible mystery and suspense, and one review highlights the twists and turns in Andras and Bastion's story. They appreciate the humor, noting it has them rolling with laughter while also being heart-wrenching. The book receives positive feedback for its characters and readability, with one customer particularly praising the witty repartee between primary characters.

Select to learn more

ReadabilityHumorStory qualityCharacter developmentSweetness
20 customers mention "Readability"18 positive2 negative

Customers find the book readable and entertaining, with several noting it's a must-read especially after book 1, and one customer mentioning it gave them emotional experiences.

"...They compliment each other so perfectly. I really enjoyed the craziness in this book...." Read more

"...Read in order for maximum enjoyment." Read more

"...This one was even better than the last, and I truly enjoyed reading it...." Read more

"So many twists in the story of Andras and Bastion! A fun and exciting conclusion to their story. Love the lazy danger noodle and cast of characters" Read more

16 customers mention "Humor"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's humor, finding it both hilarious and heart-wrenching, with one customer highlighting the witty banter between the primary characters.

"...Andras is my favorite. He's just so charismatic and funny. I also adore his pet Soren and the way he's grown on Bastian...." Read more

"...Bastian is so incredibly lovable, Andras is so funny; together they are an incredible pair...." Read more

"...I enjoyed the snark even more. I definitely recommend this book!" Read more

"...Lots of snark, hijinks, and battles with a snake buddy along for the ride." Read more

15 customers mention "Story quality"15 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story engaging, with incredible mystery and suspense elements and a lovely romance. One customer notes it serves as a perfect conclusion to the Shadow's Lure series.

"...the humor you've come to expect from Alice Winters as well as an excellent plot. I think l actually like this book better than book one...." Read more

"...This story engages you from the get-go and I just wanted to know what was going to happen...." Read more

"...The mystery and suspense was incredible, the storyline was amazing and the characters were perfect! I enjoyed the snark even more...." Read more

"So many twists in the story of Andras and Bastion! A fun and exciting conclusion to their story. Love the lazy danger noodle and cast of characters" Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the characters in the book, with one describing them as charismatic.

"...Andras is my favorite. He's just so charismatic and funny. I also adore his pet Soren and the way he's grown on Bastian...." Read more

"...suspense was incredible, the storyline was amazing and the characters were perfect! I enjoyed the snark even more. I definitely recommend this book!" Read more

"...Once more, these characters drew me in, made me care about them, threw some curve balls my way, and made me laugh out loud...." Read more

"...I love all the characters, even grumpy Roman. This is definitely one of the ones I'm going back to again...." Read more

4 customers mention "Sweetness"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the book sweet and adorable, with one mentioning that Bastian is incredibly lovable.

"...Bastian is so incredibly lovable, Andras is so funny; together they are an incredible pair...." Read more

"...Andras and Bastian are still really cute together, often hilarious, a tad steamy, and a whole lot sweet!..." Read more

"...just fall in love with all of her characters, the humor and the live is so beautiful ❤️" Read more

"This book is hilarious! Andras and Bastian are the absolute sweetest!..." Read more

Top reviews from the United States

  • Samantha T
    5.0 out of 5 stars Even better than the first!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    Wow. Plot twist! That was a heck of a ride. This book was great! It's got the humor you've come to expect from Alice Winters as well as an excellent plot. I think l actually like this book better than book one. Andras is my favorite. He's just so charismatic and funny. I also adore his pet Soren and the way he's grown on Bastian. The thing I love most about Andras is how loyal and loving he his. He is just out here lifting everyone up and encouraging them. Well, everyone except Roman lol.  Just like their shared magic, Bastian and Andras were meant to go together. They compliment each other so perfectly. I really enjoyed the craziness in this book. I was startled in the last half of the book to realize that what I thought I had figured out was totally wrong. Nothing was as it seemed and all the fit hit the shan.  But it all worked out and Andras and Bas are free to live happily every after. That said I'd definitely like more books set in this world.
    2 people found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars A difficult read.
    Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    A lot of ups and downs. At one point I was ready to delete both books but I finally made it to the end. This book was very disjointed and the story weave seemed to go all over the place. Not in any mood to start another book anything like these. In the end I enjoyed some of it. The author is good and usually I like her writing but these two were unsetty.
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • CMinor12899
    5.0 out of 5 stars The One I Couldn’t Put Down
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    This story is so entertaining, heart-wrenching and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Bastian is so incredibly lovable, Andras is so funny; together they are an incredible pair. This story engages you from the get-go and I just wanted to know what was going to happen. I needed answers and to understand who the hooded man was, what happened to these two and then what would be of the casters. I think there is more to unwrap with Bastian and Andras’ brothers and really seeing how they learn to build a future as a crew but I loved this book! Read in order for maximum enjoyment.
    One person found this helpful
    Helpful
     Report
  • B. Hall
    5.0 out of 5 stars Casting Light
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    I swear, Alice Winters gets better and better in each and every book that I read! This one was even better than the last, and I truly enjoyed reading it. The mystery and suspense was incredible, the storyline was amazing and the characters were perfect! I enjoyed the snark even more. I definitely recommend this book!
    Helpful
     Report
  • P C
    5.0 out of 5 stars great conclusion
    Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2025
    Verified Purchase
    So many twists in the story of Andras and Bastion! A fun and exciting conclusion to their story. Love the lazy danger noodle and cast of characters
    Helpful
     Report
  • Jennifer Marie Stevens
    3.0 out of 5 stars must read after book 1!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    Dual POV
    Continues story of Andras and Bastian’s history as they fight for humanity.

    Lots of snark, hijinks, and battles with a snake buddy along for the ride.
    Helpful
     Report
  • Lisa L Teetz
    4.0 out of 5 stars Bastian and Andras!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    We are back with Bastian and Andras as they continue to try and uncover what's going on with the shades and castors and the light and dark magic. Andras and Bastian are still really cute together, often hilarious, a tad steamy, and a whole lot sweet! This was an action packed adventure as twists and turns slowly uncover more and more of the mystery. I will admit to having some trouble following all of the nuances with the way the magic worked, but everything was explained in the end and Bastian and Andras get their HEA!
    Helpful
     Report
  • Mokee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nooooooo it can’t be over!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    If we can’t get another Bastian & Andras book I would happily settle for an Oliver & Roman book!
    This book gave me the feels! And made me laugh, I swear I had a grin on my face as I read the majority this book. Andras is ridiculous and awesome. I mean, who doesn’t love Ssssssoren? Even Bassy comes around.
    All of the questions I had at the end of book one were answered along with sssso many more! Talk about an elaborate plot! Sssso well written, especially when everything came to a head.
    I’m definitely putting these books on the to-be-read-again list. Highly recommend!
    Helpful
     Report

Top reviews from other countries

Translate all reviews to English
  • JMed
    5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend
    Reviewed in Australia on September 23, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    I love Alice Winters books and this sequel is no different. Full of action, magic, laughs and a companion snake it’s well worth a read. This book answers all those questions from book one, so you must read it first.
    Report
  • Lovesbooks1986
    5.0 out of 5 stars nice ending
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 19, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    Andras and bastian are trying to find the book to help Andras.

    We found out what happens to Andras and how he became what he became. Overall I enjoyed it all like most Alice books didn’t expect the person it wasn’t even on my radar.

    Nice ending.
    Report
  • Christine.Marcoux
    5.0 out of 5 stars it’s a good second book!
    Reviewed in Canada on September 26, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    Good continuation of the fight against the misterous hidden by shades person. Both MC gets to know each other better when Bastian asks Andras to explain how he died when he was human. We learn more about how shades come into being, and as Soren’s prime example, how each of them varies like human and casters.
    We learn why Chase was working with Anika (surprise!).
    We also learn about who were the ideoligical and political adversaries of Bassy’s father that Andras got forced/ manipulated into consuming their magic powers. Lot’s of drama & surprises here! Good story! It kinds if tied all loose ends! Andras & Bastian make a fantastic team! Soren too when he isn’t sleeping! Although he really needs firearms training if he wants to be useful in a crisis or maybe learn archery from Bassy.
    Report
  • Sue
    5.0 out of 5 stars Conclusion of Magic two part series
    Reviewed in Canada on September 21, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    This series is a bit different than the usual Alice Winters writing as it’s a lot darker and has less humor in it, although Ssssoren is a marvelous comic relief snake. Ms. Winters delves into what dark vs light and good vs evil mean in this two part story. Interesting characters, even the bad ones are more than two dimensional and for a lot of the story we are not really sure who is good and who is bad which makes for an exciting read.
    Ms. Winters has done a marvelous job of taking the conventional ideas in most stories about magic and turned them all around added her trademark humor and given us more great reading.
    Report
  • dec (¬_¬) 📚
    3.0 out of 5 stars j'ai pas réussi à accrocher
    Reviewed in France on January 18, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    j'ai pas réussi à accrocher.
    J'ai calé au chapitre 5.
    D'abord, il y a une scène haletante, pleine d'action, je me demande ce qui va arriver, puis, ... on arrive à un voyage dans le passé avec un souvenir de Andras intercalé là, je ne sais pas pourquoi. Ça a complètement cassé le rythme.
    Ensuite, on enchaîne sur des théories/motivations fumeuses de Hooded Man. Et là, j'ai complètement décroché.
    Il est possible que la suite soit mieux mais moi, j'ai trouvé complètement délirant. J'ai pas pu continuer, de peur de tomber sur un autre souvenir d'un des personnages qui casserait à nouveau de rythme d'une action en cours ou d'une autre justification délirante du méchant de l'histoire.
    Cette histoire est trop confuse et les motivations des uns et des autres sont bancals.
    Report

Report an issue


Does this item contain inappropriate content?
Report
Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?
Report
Does this item contain quality or formatting issues?
Report