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The Gray Tower Trilogy #1-3
The Gray Tower Trilogy
Three full-length bestselling fantasy novels in one collection: The Tower's Alchemist, Dark Rift, and Circadian Circle.
Be a spy. Save the world.
If only it were that simple.
The Nazis have unleashed occult forces throughout Europe, and the Allies are forced to recruit wizards to help them fight in the streets of Europe and in the shadows.
Among them is the battle weary spy, Isabella George, a Gray Tower dropout trained in Alchemy. Longing for retirement and a life of peace, she accepts one final job–extract a deadly warlock from Nazi occupied France and prevent him from unleashing an alchemical weapon that will devour the continent.
But France is crawling with the Cruenti, vampiric warlocks who feed off other wizards. When things don’t go according to plan, one Cruenti sets his deadly eyes on her.
Plans within plans. Plots versus counter-plots. Heists gone wrong, Vatican wizards, and the greatest manipulation of history that has ever been seen, is just a taste of what Isabella George is in for.
Be a spy. Save the world.
If only it were that simple.
The Nazis have unleashed occult forces throughout Europe, and the Allies are forced to recruit wizards to help them fight in the streets of Europe and in the shadows.
Among them is the battle weary spy, Isabella George, a Gray Tower dropout trained in Alchemy. Longing for retirement and a life of peace, she accepts one final job–extract a deadly warlock from Nazi occupied France and prevent him from unleashing an alchemical weapon that will devour the continent.
But France is crawling with the Cruenti, vampiric warlocks who feed off other wizards. When things don’t go according to plan, one Cruenti sets his deadly eyes on her.
Plans within plans. Plots versus counter-plots. Heists gone wrong, Vatican wizards, and the greatest manipulation of history that has ever been seen, is just a taste of what Isabella George is in for.
- GenresFantasy
890 pages, ebook
First published April 21, 2015
75 people are currently reading
247 people want to read
About the author
Alesha Escobar
47 books264 followersAlesha Escobar writes action-packed paranormal fantasy with a dash of humor and romance mixed in. She’s the author of the bestselling Gray Tower Trilogy, a WW2 paranormal fantasy often described as “Agent Carter meets Hellboy.”
She is also the author of the Magic and Mayhem series, featuring Jack Crowley, a black sheep among wizards who’s called upon by a secret government organization to catch a supernatural thief who’s stolen three Names of God.
Her co-authored books include the Aria Knight Chronicles with USA Today bestselling author Samantha Goodno and the Immortal Brotherhood series with award-winning author H.M. Jones.
When she's not delving into fantastic worlds with her characters, Alesha enjoys coffee and chocolate, and spending time with her six children and her husband Luis, a storyboard artist for The Simpsons TV show.
To stay in touch and grab a free fantasy book to start reading, go to http://bit.ly/FMMReads
Alesha is also on Facebook @AuthorAleshaEscobar, so she would love to connect with you there as well!
She is also the author of the Magic and Mayhem series, featuring Jack Crowley, a black sheep among wizards who’s called upon by a secret government organization to catch a supernatural thief who’s stolen three Names of God.
Her co-authored books include the Aria Knight Chronicles with USA Today bestselling author Samantha Goodno and the Immortal Brotherhood series with award-winning author H.M. Jones.
When she's not delving into fantastic worlds with her characters, Alesha enjoys coffee and chocolate, and spending time with her six children and her husband Luis, a storyboard artist for The Simpsons TV show.
To stay in touch and grab a free fantasy book to start reading, go to http://bit.ly/FMMReads
Alesha is also on Facebook @AuthorAleshaEscobar, so she would love to connect with you there as well!
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Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews
October 11, 2016
Fascinating
Brilliant blend of historical fiction and fantasy. The mix of WWII with magic is very well done. The characters are well fleshed. This would be a great book for high school students on up to adult readers.
Brilliant blend of historical fiction and fantasy. The mix of WWII with magic is very well done. The characters are well fleshed. This would be a great book for high school students on up to adult readers.
October 9, 2016
Light weird war two
Good book I was kept captivated to finish. Not fully weird war two but it had some elements of vampires an black wolves plus spying in occupied France.
Good book I was kept captivated to finish. Not fully weird war two but it had some elements of vampires an black wolves plus spying in occupied France.
March 1, 2025
Wow! I was worried that this trilogy would disappoint but the ending to Book 3 saved it for me! The story and plot kept me engaged and continuously reading and the characters eventually grew on me. The writing didn't feel consistent to me, but I was able to overlook it for the most part. I loved how episodic the three books were, almost like I was reading three seasons with a certain number of episodes. I also feel that collecting all three books into a trilogy omnibus was the right move because it felt like one big story. I saw a twist coming at the end of Book 3, but not that twist. That's what I want and love most about reading and watching; predicting and knowing what may come next, but being surprised by what actually occurs and something else completely different unfolding. I really appreciate it when stories have apparent solid consequences and repercussions and bittersweet endings, especially when they create the illusion of a "happy" ending, but are they really? I hope and look forward to the first book becoming a movie, even though I think that it would be better as a TV series. I personally would like a follow-up or something detailing or explaining what happened to some of the other characters due to the twist happening. Overall, this was a pleasant surprise, and the author is now on my radar for future reading.
January 24, 2020
Decent story but a bit off...
Overall this trilogy is good but not exceptional. The characters seemed too modern though the main story was taking place in the 1940s. I also found it rather hard to accept that the author had some of her characters "smoking" mint juleps! Seriously? If I could give 3.5 stars for this I would but I can't give it 4.
Despite the issues I had with style and content, the plot was good, there was a lot of action, and the story moved right along. The ending had a nice twist which I didn't really see coming so that's a plus. Oh dang, I just talked myself into giving these stories 4 stars....
Overall this trilogy is good but not exceptional. The characters seemed too modern though the main story was taking place in the 1940s. I also found it rather hard to accept that the author had some of her characters "smoking" mint juleps! Seriously? If I could give 3.5 stars for this I would but I can't give it 4.
Despite the issues I had with style and content, the plot was good, there was a lot of action, and the story moved right along. The ending had a nice twist which I didn't really see coming so that's a plus. Oh dang, I just talked myself into giving these stories 4 stars....
June 9, 2017
I love this trilogy so much! I got captivated from the start and couldn't put it down until the end. The story is interesting and even more so because it mixes a magic world with our History. I love the possibility of something different this way. The main character is strong and not whiny even though she goes through some very unpleasant adventures. I could relate to her and it made me feel good. The books are filled with action throughout and I didn't want it to end. Overall a great read that I'd look forward to read again!
January 31, 2017
I didn't really read the entire trilogy. I barely made it through Book 1. I found the story lacking in detail and interest. The magic is minimally explained, and left me with lots of questions, which soon led to disinterest. I kept reading, thinking that it would get better. It didn't. I guess the heroine is supposed to be likeable, but there is nothing that makes her so. We don't get to know her. What is she thinking? Why? I won't be reading books 2 and 3.
September 27, 2022
Excellent series!
Refreshing premise well executed! Interesting and multifaceted characters with great character development and a good but more realistic ending than a perfect happily-ever-after.
Well worth the read.
Refreshing premise well executed! Interesting and multifaceted characters with great character development and a good but more realistic ending than a perfect happily-ever-after.
Well worth the read.
November 15, 2016
Nice Changr
I did not know what two expect from this title. Once I started reading I could not stop. Glad I picked up the trio.
I did not know what two expect from this title. Once I started reading I could not stop. Glad I picked up the trio.
May 8, 2018
I loved the premise but found the story to be lacking. I did read them all but it wasn't a favorite.
June 6, 2019
Excellent tale, with great characters!
August 16, 2019
Interesting and different storyline
This is a good book with a different story line. It definitely held my attention and I would recommend it!
This is a good book with a different story line. It definitely held my attention and I would recommend it!
January 2, 2021
Exciting
I enjoyed traveling on the adventures with Whatsernamenow. Her character, although frustrating at times, was relatable and her situations were well developed
I enjoyed traveling on the adventures with Whatsernamenow. Her character, although frustrating at times, was relatable and her situations were well developed
December 31, 2016
A good read!
I loved having a strong women main character that was real with fears and worries that made the workings of the story eventful. It was fun to leave the everyday world into a ever moving fantasy. The end gave me back my world at a time I didn't want the story to end.
I loved having a strong women main character that was real with fears and worries that made the workings of the story eventful. It was fun to leave the everyday world into a ever moving fantasy. The end gave me back my world at a time I didn't want the story to end.
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February 2, 2017
Must read
There are books that simply must be read, these are an example. Set during World War ll this trilogy will haunt and keep you coming back for more.
There are books that simply must be read, these are an example. Set during World War ll this trilogy will haunt and keep you coming back for more.
April 25, 2017
Good read
What a lovely twist on a finely written story
Characters very well written in and beautifully crafted
Will not spoil the tale for you but can recommend
What a lovely twist on a finely written story
Characters very well written in and beautifully crafted
Will not spoil the tale for you but can recommend
Displaying 1 - 16 of 16 reviews