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The Alchemist #8
The Alchemist: Book 8
The more the alchemist throws himself into society, the more entangled he becomes. Influence brings more challenges, challenges bring enemies, and before long even murderers are wandering into his house, putting his loved ones in danger. The protections he so carefully arranged proved useless. Someone has found a way not just to slip past them, but to prod at the very fabric of his craft.
And that means he needs to get back to work. New research, fresh artifacts, stronger defenses.
Facing the challenges that the enemies throw at him will require all his efforts. Especially when there’s not just one enemy, but an entire organization playing against him. Every time he removes one piece from the chess board, another unexpectedly pops up to take its place.
Still, war doesn’t mean there’s no room for a little creation. Why wouldn’t he aim for something grandiose? Founding his own city sounds about right. A shining hub for the alchemy of tomorrow. The Emperor has signed off on that idea, and even give him a piece of land that no one else wants. After all, what looks like wasteland to others is a treasure trove to an alchemist.
If only he could find the time for it... That is one resource he seems to constantly be lacking. Enemies are always plotting, a new kind of gifted has appeared in the world causing a stir, and countless other challenges are queuing up just around the corner.
The young alchemist will have to fight for the right to live in peace.
And that means he needs to get back to work. New research, fresh artifacts, stronger defenses.
Facing the challenges that the enemies throw at him will require all his efforts. Especially when there’s not just one enemy, but an entire organization playing against him. Every time he removes one piece from the chess board, another unexpectedly pops up to take its place.
Still, war doesn’t mean there’s no room for a little creation. Why wouldn’t he aim for something grandiose? Founding his own city sounds about right. A shining hub for the alchemy of tomorrow. The Emperor has signed off on that idea, and even give him a piece of land that no one else wants. After all, what looks like wasteland to others is a treasure trove to an alchemist.
If only he could find the time for it... That is one resource he seems to constantly be lacking. Enemies are always plotting, a new kind of gifted has appeared in the world causing a stir, and countless other challenges are queuing up just around the corner.
The young alchemist will have to fight for the right to live in peace.
369 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 9, 2025
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January 3, 2026
Lost 2 stars for NOT writing a Recap.
I think every reader needs to start doing this to force authors to write a quick Recap chapter, which readers can skip if they remember, and those who don't won't stop reading the series.
I think every reader needs to start doing this to force authors to write a quick Recap chapter, which readers can skip if they remember, and those who don't won't stop reading the series.
January 12, 2026
I've enjoyed the series to this point, but this book was a yawner from the start. Even the action sequences lack spark or emotion...DNF, I'm done with the series...
December 13, 2025
Great story. This book the pacing was slow. The story was all world building filler.
By book number eight, I'm assuming you enjoy the story overall like I am. This addition to the story was mostly filler to round out the world building of the main characters dream of building a place of power. The story got lost in the details and the minutia of building a city that really will have zero effect on where the story goes in the future making most of the information just technical garbage filler. It rounded out the main characters overall psyche and those that he opposes and sees as allies. The dialogue and the supporting cast all remain crisp and light and have never been a problem as far as pacing and action goes. This book just got lost in the building of technology and explaining things, however 90% of what was explained really will have no effect on the story in world building moving forward except in little nuance references. Still enjoying the story and look forward to how I progresses.
By book number eight, I'm assuming you enjoy the story overall like I am. This addition to the story was mostly filler to round out the world building of the main characters dream of building a place of power. The story got lost in the details and the minutia of building a city that really will have zero effect on where the story goes in the future making most of the information just technical garbage filler. It rounded out the main characters overall psyche and those that he opposes and sees as allies. The dialogue and the supporting cast all remain crisp and light and have never been a problem as far as pacing and action goes. This book just got lost in the building of technology and explaining things, however 90% of what was explained really will have no effect on the story in world building moving forward except in little nuance references. Still enjoying the story and look forward to how I progresses.
March 12, 2026
The first 7 books were great, The 8th had too much obvious Ai editing. I really dislike the common "not in blah blah, but in blah blah" constantly found in Ai works that I had to really force myself to keep going to get to the end. I loved the series initially and really want to get to the end and experience the progression but I may have to drop it if going forward it will be written by Ai.
February 28, 2026
Awesome series of books.
The author truly brings the characters to life. Edgar is changing the world. Whether it will be for the good or the bad is still to be seen.
Looking forward to the next book!!
The author truly brings the characters to life. Edgar is changing the world. Whether it will be for the good or the bad is still to be seen.
Looking forward to the next book!!
December 10, 2025
Layered
Amazing world building with incredible hidden histories and family abilities that are slowly being revealed, with lots of action with vibrant characters.
Amazing world building with incredible hidden histories and family abilities that are slowly being revealed, with lots of action with vibrant characters.
December 15, 2025
I like it
I enjoyed the story progression I would like to see more. The whole thing was very interesting I look forward to the next book.
I enjoyed the story progression I would like to see more. The whole thing was very interesting I look forward to the next book.
January 24, 2026
It was good
I like that the story moved forward. Also how the organization has kind of taken it back seat but still there.
I like that the story moved forward. Also how the organization has kind of taken it back seat but still there.
April 25, 2026
Enjoyable.
Story line has moved on. Main character is a few years older. Story lind keeps expanding. Just entertaining, keeps your attention.
Story line has moved on. Main character is a few years older. Story lind keeps expanding. Just entertaining, keeps your attention.
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