The Lesson of Almiraya Bay

The chimera Multiverse

by Thomas Watson

Sequel to The Gryphon Stone. David Render’s travels through the multiverse have come to an end. Married to Sidraytha of the Isles, he is now the father of two children. The Isles of Wulde are his home, and the Islanders have adopted him as one of their own. His life in the service of the Alvehn, in their endless war against the barbaric Moj, is a thing of the past. That Edren the Rogue Alvehn remains at large on Adrathea is a problem for the Alvehn to solve – without him. On a night of celebration, that past proves closer to him than he ever dared imagine. A light appears in the sky; a lost starship in a universe where space travel is impossible. When the survivors of this impossible ship find themselves in the care of the Islanders, they stir up David’s worst nightmares, and draw the attention of the Rogue Alvehn to the Isles. To protect those he loves most, David must face his greatest enemy yet again, and he must conquer a darkness that dwells deep in his own heart. But he will not fight alone. For the gryphons have come to the Isles of Wulde.

252 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 20, 2020

About the author

I am a writer living in the Sonoran Desert of the American Southwest, to which I relocated from my childhood home in Illinois. I have a B.S. in plant biology from the University of Arizona, and have in the past worked as a laboratory technician for that institution. Most recently I worked for Steward Observatory, as an inventory coordinator. Among other things, I am also a student of history, natural history, astronomy, and backyard horticulture.

Reviews

[Keith Tomaszewski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lost soul regained.

Retired, an interesting word for which meaning changes per individual. Two similarities stand out in this story, out of many. When it comes down to the point where it’s life or death, there is to much to live for and we fight tooth and nail to maintain our grip. Next, there are always individuals for which we would give our life. This story holds both. There is no lack of action, suspense and heroism. Thank you for the awesome read!