The Alchemist of Aleppo by Marie K. Savage
Thank You NetGalley and IBPA for a complimentary copy of this novel! This novel pulled me in from the beginning! A spellbinding love story that verges on Fantasy and Magic! I got major Outlander vibes!!! A chance encounter between Michael Samaan and Kat Musgrave inside the Victorian and Albert Museum in London in front of a 14th century glass goblet display; and an immediate connection between the two as if they’ve known each other for years!!! What does this connection mean for them? Kat is an American geneticist and Michael is a British Art Historian. As they discover more artifacts and memories from the past, their connection is slowly revealed. This search leads them to someone from Michael’s past, the Alchemist of Aleppo, who created the glass goblet centuries ago that contained a part of him and his dying wife. That goblet would allow them to come back later in time. But there are other artifacts the Alchemist had created, and others are searching for these. Michael’s and Kat’s lives may be in danger if they can’t resolve the past. “Time is ephemeral, only love is everlasting.” Look for this novel on January 28, 2025 to find out if Michael and Kat are able to resolve the past and look forward to the future!#lemon8bookclub #netgalley #reading #ilovereading #bookdragon
In 'The Alchemist of Aleppo,' the intertwining lives of Michael Samaan and Kat Musgrave exemplify how love transcends time and space. As a geneticist and art historian respectively, their quest within the Victorian and Albert Museum unveils layers of historical significance tied to the 14th-century glass goblet crafted by the titular Alchemist. This encounter ignites a profound relationship that suggests echoes of a past life, blending fantasy with historical elements seamlessly. The narrative draws thrills from relics and artifacts that serve not only as plot devices but as symbols of deeper emotional resonances. Readers are invited to ponder the notion of eternal love as emphasized by the quote, “Time is ephemeral, only love is everlasting.” The impending danger posed by others seeking the Alchemist’s creations raises stakes for Michael and Kat, compelling them to confront their shared destiny. Set for release on January 28, 2025, this novel promises a heartfelt exploration of connections forged through time, set against a vivid historical backdrop.
