In the fight between dark and light, only the shadows will survive. Seeking his aunt to learn how to control his magic leads Kova to a secret he thought his mother took with her to the grave—the identity of his father. Recovering his autonomy left Erik’s memories splintered. As more of his past pieces itself together, Erik is confronted with truths he doesn’t know how to live with. Can Kova and Erik overcome their pasts to finally live in a lasting light? Or will the last stand of the dark mage drown The Between in permanent darkness? Lasting Light is the fourth and final novel in the Metal & Magic series. This series should be read in order.