Historical Fiction
Quicksilver
2006·456 pages
A sprawling historical epic set in the 17th century, exploring science, politics, and adventure with intricate detail.
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A sprawling historical epic set in the 17th century, exploring science, politics, and adventure with intricate detail.
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The Baroque Cycle, Book 1 of 8
In which Daniel Waterhouse, fearless thinker and courageous Puritan, pursues knowledge in the company of the greatest minds of Baroque-era Europe -- in a chaotic world where reason wars with the bloody ambitions of the mighty, and where catastrophe, natural or otherwise, can alter the political landscape overnight.
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Also contained in [Quicksilver: Volume One of The Baroque Cycle](
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Sexual content
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Moderate sexual content with some explicit scenes, not central to the narrative. To sexual violence, not central or graphic.
Violence & gore
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Frequent violence including war scenes, gore, and injury detail; graphic at times.
Profanity
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Moderate use of cursing and strong language throughout the story.
Substance use
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Minor references to alcohol use, not a central theme.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation present.
Religious content
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Moderate focus on religious themes, including faith vs. reason debates.
Magic & witchcraft
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Minor references to alchemy, framed as science rather than occult.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Strong political themes with discussions of power, slavery, and classism.
Self-harm / suicide
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Minor mentions of suicidal thoughts, not depicted on-page.
Abuse & suffering
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Frequent themes of slavery, emotional abuse, and systemic suffering. To sexual violence, not central or graphic.
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