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Requiem for a Prodigal
Paperback
FantasyScience FictionGeneral GLBTQIA Fiction
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Feb 24 2023
Pages: 506
Weight: 1.62
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In a world where mythology and modern science converge, Requiem for a Prodigal is a gripping tale of identity, destiny, and ancient secrets waiting to be uncovered.
Asterius, a former naval officer turned transhuman minotaur, returns to his hometown of Iraklion, Crete, plagued by nightmarish visions and shadowy entities. His journey to unravel the meaning of his dreams leads him to an extraordinary discovery: an archaeological dig at the Palace of Knossos that unearthed artifacts linked to the legendary Keftiu civilization and its enigmatic past.
When Ampelos, a gifted young archaeologist, vanishes after uncovering a hidden chamber and a long-lost prayer in the ancient Linear Alpha script, Asterius becomes entangled in a quest spanning history, myth, and the limits of human understanding. Guided by dreams of a mythical minotaur, Asterius must confront his own transformation, the dark forces awakening from history, and a prophecy that could alter the balance between the living and the dead.
With richly drawn characters, vivid settings, and a narrative that bridges the ancient and the futuristic, Requiem for a Prodigal will captivate readers who love speculative fiction, mythology, and gripping mysteries. Dive into a world where the boundaries of science and legend blur-and where the truth may be more dangerous than the myth.
Perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman, Madeline Miller, and mythological retellings with a modern twist.
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