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The Philosopher's Crucible

The Philosopher's Crucible

Wilder, Blake

Paperback

Fantasy

ISBN13: 9798315043621
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Mar 21 2025
Pages: 136
Weight: 0.42
Height: 0.32 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In the realm of Auldoria, where Renaissance science meets ancient magic, seventeen-year-old Tomas Verre dreams of leaving his glassblower's life to study at the prestigious Luminari Academy. When he accidentally reveals his gift for transmutation-the ability to transform one substance into another-he's thrust into a world of forbidden alchemy and deadly intrigue.

Under the guidance of scarred and eccentric Master Artemis, Tomas uncovers the truth behind Lord Magistrate Blackthorne's rise to power. Blackthorne's creation, the Philosopher's Mercury, promises military supremacy but secretly poisons everything it touches-including the Duke himself.

Aided by Eliza Dorn, a merchant's daughter practicing outlawed Eastern alchemy, and Sebastien, his childhood friend now serving as a conflicted Ducal Guard, Tomas races to master his abilities before an approaching celestial alignment amplifies Blackthorne's power. Together, they rediscover suppressed alchemical traditions and join the secret Prismatic Order to save their city.

As Tomas delves deeper into alchemy's mysteries, he discovers that true power lies in harmony with nature, not dominion over it. With the alignment imminent, he faces a choice between ambition and loyalty that will determine Auldoria's fate.

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