A Spark of White Fire

A Spark of White Fire
Author: Sangu Mandanna
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2018-09-11
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1510733817

Named one of the best 25 space opera books by BookRiot! The first book in a scifi retelling of the Mahabrahata. When Esmae wins a contest of skill, she sets off events that trigger an inevitable and unwinnable war that pits her against the family she would give anything to return to. In a universe of capricious gods, dark moons, and kingdoms built on the backs of spaceships, a cursed queen sends her infant daughter away, a jealous uncle steals the throne of Kali from his nephew, and an exiled prince vows to take his crown back. Raised alone and far away from her home on Kali, Esmae longs to return to her family. When the King of Wychstar offers to gift the unbeatable, sentient warship Titania to a warrior that can win his competition, she sees her way home: she’ll enter the competition, reveal her true identity to the world, and help her famous brother win back the crown of Kali. It’s a great plan. Until it falls apart. Inspired by the Mahabharata and other ancient Indian stories, A Spark of White Fire is a lush, sweeping space opera about family, curses, and the endless battle between jealousy and love.

The Pillar of Celestial Fire

The Pillar of Celestial Fire
Author: Robert Cox
Publisher: 1st World Publishing
Total Pages: 368
Release: 1997-11-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9781887472302

In this well-documented book, compelling evidence is presented that during the previous Golden Age, a universal sacred science was shared by enlightened Seers of the Biblical, Egyptian, Vedic, Taoist, and Native American traditions. The mysterious and powerful knowledge possessed by these ancient Seers is relevant today, for it holds the keys to spiritual enlightenment, perfect health, and physical immortality. Although this knowledge was lost long ago, according to the cycles of time mapped out by the ancient Seers themselves, we are now about to enter into a new Golden Age - a time when the lost sacred science is destined to be revived, and miraculous new technologies will arise. The author presents the spiritual, historical, and scientific background of this imminent revival with remarkable insight, offering a message of great hope for the entire human race.

Celestial Fire

Celestial Fire
Author: Emma L. Adams
Publisher: Emma L. Adams
Total Pages: 245
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

The stakes are higher than ever for Devi Lawson. Former celestial soldier Devi Lawson is now working for the warlocks, but the fragile peace between the celestials and the preternaturally gifted rests on a knife's edge. When a mysterious demonic virus sweeps across the city, turning vampires and celestials alike into bloodthirsty killers, it's up to Devi to work with the enigmatic and dangerous warlock Nikolas to discover the cause before the city is overrun. But with power forces shifting in the demonic realms and the shadows of old enemies pursuing them, it becomes clear that everyone is keeping secrets, none more so than Nikolas himself. To survive and protect those she cares about, Devi must embrace her terrifying new demonic powers, at the risk of losing her soul to the netherworld... Keywords: free fantasy, free paranormal books, free supernatural books, free supernatural thrillers, demon urban fantasy, urban fantasy, British fantasy, supernatural mystery, female protagonist urban fantasy, dark urban fantasy, angels and demons, paranormal thriller, supernatural suspense, complete fantasy series, vampires, urban fantasy series, strong heroine, paranormal fantasy, free urban fantasy novel, divine, demon hunter, monsters, urban fantasy with demons

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Alchemy
Author: Dennis William Hauck
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2008-04
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 9781592577354

More than magic... Where else can one combine chemistry and philosophy to turn base metal into gold while discovering a magical elixir to prolong life? Here's a simple and straightforward guide to alchemy that explains its basic principles. Written by one of the world's few practicing alchemists, it's a concise reference guide that provides easy-to-follow information so that anybody can be a wizard-in-training.

Liberating Medicine, 1720–1835

Liberating Medicine, 1720–1835
Author: Tristanne Connolly
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2015-10-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 1317316126

During the 18th century medicine became an autonomous discipline and practice. Surgeons justified themselves as skilled practitioners and set themselves apart from the unspecialized, hack barber-surgeons of early modernity. This title presents 17 essays on the relationship between medicine and literature during the Enlightenment.

Celestial Magic

Celestial Magic
Author: Emma L. Adams
Publisher: Emma L. Adams
Total Pages: 265
Release:
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Devi is having the week from hell. Literally. Devi Lawson has a talent for breaking the rules. It's second only to her skill at hunting down demons -- too bad the angelic guild of celestial soldiers didn't appreciate her efforts. In fact, they kicked her out. And now she's being accused of murdering one of their own. To clear her name, she must work hand in hand with the demons she used to hunt, including the enigmatic warlock Nikolas Castor. Not only is his magic entirely too close to the killer she's pursuing, but he seems to think Devi is marked by a demon, too. Before long, Devi is neck-deep in trouble. Distrusted by her former allies and in serious danger of the real reason she left the guild making it into the light, Devi must catch the killer before he unleashes a literal hell on Earth. Keywords: free fantasy, free paranormal books, free supernatural books, free supernatural thrillers, demon urban fantasy, urban fantasy, British fantasy, supernatural mystery, female protagonist urban fantasy, dark urban fantasy, angels and demons, paranormal thriller, supernatural suspense, complete fantasy series, vampires, urban fantasy series, strong heroine, paranormal fantasy, free urban fantasy novel, divine, demon hunter, monsters, urban fantasy with demons

Believing Jesus

Believing Jesus
Author: Lisa Harper
Publisher: HarperChristian + ORM
Total Pages: 200
Release: 2015-08-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0718011201

Are you truly willing to risk everything? In Believing Jesus, Bible teacher and author Lisa Harper retraces the steps of the apostles in the book of Acts, while throwing in a few of her own crazy adventures along the way. The disciples didn’t have much of a road map after Jesus ascended to heaven, but God’s grace and spirit filled in the gaps as they moved forward. It required their willingness to risk everything to establish a new community that would change the future world. As a regular speaker on the Women of Faith® tour, Lisa has earned a reputation as a true theological scholar and hilarious storyteller—not necessarily in that order! Best-selling author and pastor Max Lucado calls Lisa one of the “best Bible tour guides around.” Believing Jesus will highlight both of Lisa’s strengths as she tackles every chapter of the Book of Acts with biblical wisdom and modern wit. Lisa keeps it real, telling stories on herself and pointing readers back to Jesus, the only one who can truly lead.

House of Rage and Sorrow

House of Rage and Sorrow
Author: Sangu Mandanna
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 219
Release: 2019-09-17
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1510733825

One kingdom. One crown. One family. “Maybe it’s time the great House of Rey came to an end. After all, what are we now? Just a house of rage and sorrow.” Esmae once wanted nothing more than to help her golden brother win the crown of Kali but that dream died with her best friend. Alexi broke her heart, and she vowed to destroy him for it. And with her sentient warship Titania beside her, how can she possibly fail? As gods, beasts, and kingdoms choose sides, Alexi seeks out a weapon more devastating than even Titania. Past lives threaten the present. Old enemies claim their due. And Esmae cannot outrun the ghosts and the questions that haunt her. What really happened to her father? What was the third boon her mother asked of Amba? For in the shadows, lurking in wait, are secrets that will swallow her whole. The House of Rey is at war. And the entire galaxy will bleed before the end.

A War of Swallowed Stars

A War of Swallowed Stars
Author: Sangu Mandanna
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2021-06-29
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1510733833

“A rare gem of a sequel . . . Each page drips with action and moral complexities.” —Natasha Ngan, New York Times bestselling author of Girls of Paper and Fire, on A House of Rage & Sorrow A prince without his kingdom. A kingdom without its princess. The destruction of the stars themselves. War is destroying the galaxy. Esmae has vanished without a trace. A terrifying, ravenous beast is devouring the stars one by one. Titania is offered a gift that may well be a curse. Alexi, the exiled prince, is asked to pay a heavy price for his mistakes. And far, far away, on a dark, mysterious planet, a sleeping god stirs awake. War or family. Pride or peace. As the end of the world draws ever closer, Esmae and Alexi must decide how far they’ll go to win—and who they’ll sacrifice along the way. Celebrated author Sangu Mandanna promises a gripping conclusion to the Celestial Trilogy in A War of Swallowed Stars.