Fantasy
Alchemy of Secrets
2025·330 pages
In a magical version of old Hollywood, protagonist Holland races against a prophesied death on Halloween, unraveling puzzles and secrets involving alchemy, devils, and hidden treasures.
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In a magical version of old Hollywood, protagonist Holland races against a prophesied death on Halloween, unraveling puzzles and secrets involving alchemy, devils, and hidden treasures.
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It starts with a class in an old movie theater.
Folklore 517: Local Legends and Urban Myths, taught by a woman called the Professor. Most students believe the Professor’s stories are just fiction, but Holland St. James has always been convinced that magic is real. When she tracks down a local legend named the Watch Man, who can supposedly tell you when you’ll die, the world finally makes sense. Except that the Watch Man tells her she will die at midnight tomorrow unless she finds an ancient o...
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Sexual content
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Closed-door scenes with steamy kissing and lustful descriptions occurring a few times; moderate explicitness in thoughts. Instances of sexual assault and coercion mentioned, including aftermath effects on characters.
Violence & gore
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Frequent murders, shootings, stabbings, and kidnappings; graphic injuries from guns and knives central to the plot.
Profanity
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Occasional coarse language including one use of strong profanity.
Substance use
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Brief depictions of alcohol consumption in bar and hotel settings.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation present.
Religious content
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No religious themes present.
Magic & witchcraft
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Pervasive occult magic including alchemy, devil favors, rituals, and summoning in a real-world fantasy frame; central to the story.
Occult / demonology
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Occult elements present as part of the fantasy magic system.
Political content
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Recurring themes of power, corruption, and the price of knowledge in a Hollywood-inspired setting.
Self-harm / suicide
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Depictions of suicide and suicidal ideation as part of character backstories and plot events.
Abuse & suffering
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Parental death, affairs, and systemic cruelty involving murder and betrayal; recurring suffering in relationships. Instances of sexual assault and coercion mentioned, including aftermath effects on characters.
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