ENGINES OF ALCHEMANCY
Book One of the Alchemancer Series
By Scott Marlowe

About the Book
Elemental magic consumes the world and only a sorcerer’s apprentice who knows nothing about magic can stop it. The Alchemancer series begins.
Chaos engulfs the Barony of Fallmere when an unexpected elemental assault lays waste to Norwynne Keep. Amid the devastation, Aaron Shepherd and Shanna Bonnerman escape, but Shanna is soon lost in the fallout of the keep’s destruction while Aaron must flee for his life.
Unbeknownst to Aaron, the very architect of their home’s destruction ensnares Shanna. This enigmatic savant, a master of arcane arts and forbidden sciences, whispers of ancient infernal devices and a perilous quest to reclaim a relic of unimaginable power. Meanwhile, Aaron must fight for his life against ruthless dwarven raiders, deranged sorcerers, and a horde of demons. His only hope for survival lies in his sharp wits and a precarious alliance with an eslar mercenary whose fearsome reputation as a killer could prove the greatest danger of all.
As fate weaves their paths together, Aaron and Shanna each discover the existence of a mysterious artifact known as the Fifth Element. For Shanna, it represents the final piece of her destiny’s puzzle. To Aaron, it presents an impossible ambiguity. Yet the irresistible pull of the Fifth Element draws them back together and into an epic confrontation where science and sorcery will collide.
Perfect for fans of epic fantasy, intricate magical systems, and dark elemental forces, “Engines of Alchemancy” weaves a spellbinding tale where the choices we make in the name of friendship may save or destroy us all.
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Reader Praise
"I loved the story and it was the perfect combination of elemental magic and adventure."
- Ritesh Kala's Book Reviews
"Engines of Alchemancy is an enveloping story that drags you in and doesn't let go. I enjoyed it immensely."
- Timmain, Amazon.com & Goodreads reviewer
"Wow - just wow. Scott blends magical realism, elemental powers, alchemy and mechanics into a fascinating story. The setting, characters, and action are superb."
- Terra Harmony, author of The Akasha Series
"Aaron in particular is a terrific character, both immature yet intelligent and enterprising, perfectly aligned with his age. I absolutely loved his ability to approach any problem in a logical, scientific way, and find a rational solution."
- Fantasy Review Barn
"...an interesting take on the concept of the four elements of classical antiquity, with a well-realized world and some likeable and intelligent main characters."
- S. Pemberton, Amazon.com reviewer
"This is a skillfully written fantasy adventure that gallops along to a satisfying conclusion."
- B. Hughes, Amazon.com reviewer
"With surprising twists in the story and a climactic ending, I strongly recommend this book to anyone."
- PSheehy, Amazon.com reviewer
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Characters
AnsanomMaster sorcerer of Wildemoore Manor.
Engus RulA dwarven raider. Second-in-command after Kelgin.
KelnA dwarven raider.
RionThe youngest master sorcerer in Norwynne Keep.
TomA cabin boy serving on the airship Griffin.
UrsoolA witch. An ally of Ensel Rhe’s.
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About the Author
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Scott Marlowe writes sword and sorcery fantasy where mystical technology meets explosive mayhem. His riveting tales feature unpredictable twists, compelling characters, and just enough intrigue to keep readers turning pages late into the night.
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