Erik Lynd 
A Memory of Happiness [EPUB ebook] 

A hermit, isolated by fear and hate, must choose between forgiveness and apathy when another comes seeking his magic.

The warlock has lived alone in the canyon for many years, master of his domain. All he wants is to be left alone. When a boy comes to confront him, the warlock must use all his skill to stop the boy from challenging his past and corrupting his future.