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When Tudor explorers returned from the New World, they brought back a name out of half-forgotten Viking legend: skraylings. Red-sailed ships followed in the explorers’ wake, bringing Native American goods—and a skrayling ambassador—to London. But what do these seemingly magical beings really want in Elizabeth I’s capital? Mal Catlyn, a down-at-heel swordsman, is seconded to the ambassador's bodyguard, but assassination attempts are the least of his problems. What he learns about the skraylings and their unholy powers could cost England her new ally—and Mal his soul.
Is The Alchemist of Souls appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This Tudor-era fantasy features swordplay and assassination attempts with moderate violence, along with supernatural elements involving soul magic. Some strong language and adult themes are likely present in this adult historical fantasy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include violence and supernatural content.
Who'll love this
Teens who love historical settings mixed with fantasy and political intrigue will enjoy this mystery about magical Native American visitors to Elizabethan London.