--- title: "Cath-Lit Live: The Way of Lucherium" description: Amy J. Cattapan interviews Christopher J. Rziha, author of The Way of Lucherium.  image: https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/Cath-Lit%20Live%20featured%20image.png --- [![catholic-mom-logo-v2](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/images/catholic-mom-logo-v2.svg "catholic-mom-logo-v2")](https://www.catholicmom.com/) [![facebook](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-facebook.svg)](http://www.facebook.com/CatholicMomCommunity) [![twitter](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-twitter.svg)](http://twitter.com/CatholicMomCom) [![instagram](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-instagram.svg)](http://instagram.com/catholicmomcommunity) [![youtube](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/social-icon-youtube.svg)](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAuUqHCVPDzyMgSMaMZxxug?view_as=subscriber) [![search-icon](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/_catholicmom/icons/search-icon.svg)](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/cath-lit-live-the-way-of-lucherium#) [BOOKS](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/tag/books) # Cath-Lit Live: The Way of Lucherium Aug 9, 2025 8:30:00 AM  |  by [Amy J. Cattapan](https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/author/amy-j-cattapan) ![featured image](https://www.catholicmom.com/hubfs/Cath-Lit%20Live%20featured%20image.png) *Amy J. Cattapan interviews Christopher J. Rziha, author of *The Way of Lucherium.  --- "Cath-Lit Live!" features brief interviews with Catholic authors who are releasing new books. Hosted by Catholic author and speaker Amy J. Cattapan, "Cath-Lit Live!" gives viewers a glimpse into the latest Catholic books while getting to know a bit about the author as well.    ![The Way of Lucherium](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Way%20of%20Lucherium.jpeg?width=1170&height=1746&name=The%20Way%20of%20Lucherium.jpeg) ### [The Way of Lucherium ](https://www.amazon.com/Way-Lucherium-Christopher-J-Rziha/dp/B0F18NVTH1)by Christopher J. Rziha   > Geoffrey is a popular and ambitious bard who is totally devoted to the prosperous nation of Trastaluche and its motto, Progress before all. However, after a secret mission goes awry, he becomes a scapegoat for the very society he formerly adored. At his lowest point, he is rescued by a shadowy band of figures whose questionable actions both fascinate and terrify the bard. When he uncovers their plans to undermine the very foundations of Trastaluche, Geoffrey is faced with a choice. He can betray his saviors to regain the favor of a heartless lord or embark on the Way of Lucherium: a path at once mystical and grotesque that allows its followers to harness the very fabric of existence. Faced with a torrent of truths, Geoffrey is sure of only one thing: both paths will lead to suffering, but only one can grant him true light and true life.   ![Christopher Rziha](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Christopher%20Rziha.jpeg?width=1170&height=1348&name=Christopher%20Rziha.jpeg) Christopher J. Rziha completed his undergraduate studies at Benedictine College, earning degrees in philosophy, theology, and Spanish. He earned his MA at Baylor University and is currently completing his PhD in Spanish at the University of Notre Dame. He has published articles on theater and mysticism in the Spanish Baroque. He is happily married with two little boys. In addition, he is the author of the fantasy novel *The Way of Lucherium*.   ![CLL E78 Christopher Rziha 45 Ratio](https://www.catholicmom.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CLL%20E78%20Christopher%20Rziha%2045%20Ratio.jpeg?width=1080&height=1350&name=CLL%20E78%20Christopher%20Rziha%2045%20Ratio.jpeg) You can catch "Cath-Lit Live" live on [A.J. Cattapan's author Facebook page](http://facebook.com/acattapan). Recorded versions of the show will also be available to watch later on her [YouTube channel](https://youtube.com/channel/UChkoVmgc9VPFb5EynPkv1Yw) and [Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/ajcattapan). --- Copyright 2025 Amy J. 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