Books with title The Secrets Of The Alchemists

The world of Loom has been enslaved by "Dragons." The humanoid creatures live in their sky cities, ruling with magic and an iron fist.Only one woman can bring the Dragon King to his knees.Arianna is known as the White Wraith; an unscurpulous thief who will do anything as long as it defies her Dragon oppressors. She's spent her life working in the shadows, harboring a secret that would have her killed:She the sole surviving member of the last rebellion.And, by merging magic and machine, she can make a creature more powerful than any Dragon.Joined by a trigger-happy gun mage and a Dragon prince who seeks to assassinate his king, Arianna sets out on an epic journey. The unlikely trio is Loom's last hope for freedom. This suicide mission may just be Arianna's last shot at redemption... and revenge.The Alchemists of Loom is the first book in an epic fantasy trilogy; it is perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, and Mistborn. Step into a fascinating, divided world, filled with unique magic, gritty adventure, and brutal action for fans of dark fantasy searching for something truly unique.The Loom Saga is complete with three books out now: The Alchemists of Loom, The Dragons of Nova, and The Rebels of Gold.

World War II started two months ago. And then fizzled out like a wet fuse, at least in Europe. An otherworldly army has invaded Earth. The Axis and the Allies must work together if they are to stop it.Ernst Haufmann, Director of Ahnenerbe, the German Reich's research into the occult thinks he knows a way to stop the invasion forces to Germany can once again look to its own plans for world domination.The powers behind the invasion from Aerth believe so as well. They'll do anything to find the ancient artifact Ernst seeks before Ernst does. And if they can't have it, they'll be just as happy to destroy it.Individuals can make a difference in war as well. A small team of British infantry are on the other side of the gate in Aerth. They might have something to say to the inhabitants of that world about the invasion of ours.Authors note: This is a serial series. To understand the story, it is best to start with book 1, The Dragons of Dunkirk.

Her vengeance. His vision.Ari lost everything she once loved when the Five Guilds' resistance fell to the Dragon King. Now, she uses her unparalleled gift for clockwork machinery in tandem with notoriously unscrupulous morals to contribute to a thriving underground organ market. There isn't a place on Loom that is secure from the engineer-turned-thief, and her magical talents are sold to the highest bidder as long as the job defies their Dragon oppressors.Cvareh would do anything to see his sister usurp the Dragon King and sit on the throne. His family's house has endured the shame of being the lowest rung in the Dragons' society for far too long. The Alchemist Guild, down on Loom, may just hold the key to putting his kin in power, if Cvareh can get to them before the Dragon King's assassins. When Ari stumbles upon a wounded Cvareh, she sees an opportunity to slaughter an enemy and make a profit off his corpse. But the Dragon sees an opportunity to navigate Loom with the best person to get him where he wants to go.He offers her the one thing Ari can't refuse: A wish of her greatest desire, if she brings him to the Alchemists of Loom.

A story of science, ghosts, and mysticism, set during the time of the Crusades, "The Secrets of the Alchemist" shows the alchemical transformation of two enemies whose ideals overcome the intolerance of the times. Stan, a young European boy, is taken captive by the Muslim forces during the Crusades. His Arab captor, Hazim, wishes to teach the boy the secrets of Arabic science and mysticism that he had wanted to teach his own son. This story is intended for the 12 to 18 year age group.

Secrets of the Alchemist Dar, the sequel to the New York Times bestselling A Treasure's Trove, is a fantasy story about Dark and Good Fairies, spells and eclipses, and Michael Stadther's signature characters: Zac the handsome woodcarver, Ana his beautiful half-elf half human wife, and their trusty doth, Pook.The story is also about the evil Alchemist Dar who wants his Dark Fairies to live forever; to do this he must steal the Good Fairies' Rings of Fairy Life. Using the mysterious Book of Dark Spells, Dar kills the Good Fairies and captures the rings. The mystery begins with clues concealed in the pages of this book that will give anyone anywhere in the world who can read English a chance to solve the clues and obtain one of the one hundred real diamond rings valued together at more than US $2 million.The most valuable ring, worth more than US $1 million, is set with the rarest precious stone in the world -- a red diamond!Armchair adventurers will discover the treasure-hunting experience of a lifetime, andfamilies will enjoy hours of reading together. Secrets of the Alchemist Dar, the sequel to the New York Times bestselling A Treasure's Trove, is a fantasy story about Dark and Good Fairies, spells and eclipses, and Michael Stadther's signature characters: Zac the handsome woodcarver, Ana his beautiful half-elf half human wife, and their trusty doth, Pook.The story is also about the evil Alchemist Dar who wants his Dark Fairies to live forever; to do this he must steal the Good Fairies' Rings of Fairy Life. Using the mysterious Book of Dark Spells, Dar kills the Good Fairies and captures the rings. The mystery begins with clues concealed in the pages of this book that will give anyone anywhere in the world who can read English a chance to solve the clues and obtain one of the one hundred real diamond rings valued together at more than US $2 million.The most valuable ring, worth more than US $1 million, is set with the rarest precious stone in the world -- a red diamond!Armchair adventurers will discover the treasure-hunting experience of a lifetime, andfamilies will enjoy hours of reading together.

NOW IN PAPERBACK! “Relationships, secrets and lies aplenty for caper-loving fans.” —Kirkus Reviews When Saba Khan’s apartment burns in a mysterious fire, possibly a hate crime, her high school rallies around her. Then a quirky piece of art donated to a school fund-raising effort for the Khans is revealed to be an unknown work by a famous artist, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, and Saba’s life turns upside down again. Soon students and teachers alike debate who should get the money, pointing fingers and making startling accusations. Through monologues, journal entries, interviews, articles, and official documents, the cast of characters reveal how they see what happened. “This art mystery is that rare book that will be passed around by teens as well as teachers in the faculty lounge, discussed and dissected and immediately reread . . . The incidents at Highsmith School will stay on readers’ minds long after the last page.” —Booklist, starred review “This darkly ambiguous, provocative novel highlights several themes worthy of discussion, including the destructive power of secrets and the politics of generosity.” —The Horn Book Magazine “A clever mystery told in many voices . . . Greed and jealousy go head-to-head with kindness and good intentions . . . Everybody has secrets.” —Shelf Awareness “Through unique journal entries, articles, and interviews, a tangled web of unusual secrets unfolds.” —Teen Vogue

A story of science, ghosts, and mysticism, set during the time of the Crusades, "The Secrets of the Alchemist" shows the alchemical transformation of two enemies whose ideals overcome the intolerance of the times. Stan, a young European boy, is taken captive by the Muslim forces during the Crusades. His Arab captor, Hazim, wishes to teach the boy the secrets of Arabic science and mysticism that he had wanted to teach his own son. This story is intended for the 12 to 18 year age group.

A stunning look at some of the most extraordinary and rarely seen creatures from under the seaThis book takes you on a journey to discover an incredible and rarely seen world. From the rock pools along the shoreline to the deepest, darkest depths of the ocean, breathtaking illustrations reveal the sea's creatures—from the microscopic and the bizarre to the fragile and the deadly—in all their startling beauty. Welcome to the secrets of the sea.

A Fire Destroys . . .A Treasure Appears . . .A Crime Unfolds . . .An Edgar Award Winner, Best YA Novel 2015 A Chicago Public Library "Best of the Best" 2014 A Booklist Editors' Choice, Books for Youth 2014 A Booklist Top Ten Crime Fiction for Youth 2014 When Saba Khan’s apartment burns in a mysterious fire, possibly a hate crime, her Chicago high school rallies around her. Her family moves rent-free into a luxury apartment, Saba’s Facebook page explodes, and she starts (secretly) dating a popular boy. Then a quirky piece of art donated to a school fund-raising effort for the Khans is revealed to be an unknown work by a famous artist, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, and Saba’s life turns upside down again. Should Saba’s family have all that money? Or should it go to the students who found the art? Or to the school? And just what caused that fire? Greed, jealousy, and suspicion create an increasingly tangled web as students and teachers alike debate who should get the money and begin to point fingers and make accusations. The true story of the fire that sets events in motion and what happens afterward gradually comes together in an innovative narrative made up of journal entries, interviews, articles, letters, text messages, and other documents.

From renowned artist Christian Riese Lassen comes a breathtaking pop-up book about the secret world that lies beneath the waves. The sea comes alive in vibrant detail as dolphins, turtles, whales, tropical fish, and more dive from every page. With each vivid illustration, children discover: -Coral sea caves -Families of dolphins -Splashing orcas -And much more! Destined to be a favorite for the young and old alike.