the Last Shadar (gloss cover paperback) - Dan Rendell

Jack Campbell is miserable. After quitting his job, he finds himself on the brink of a nervous breakdown, but things go from bad to worse when he loses his way in a forest and stumbles into the magical world of Eloria. Together with the beautiful and enchanting elf, Sarina Starborne, he must explore this strange land, encounter new allies and enemies; navigate the ways of the elves, and discover the hidden purpose of his journey. His decisions could shape the future of their world, but can he live with the consequences?