Alchemised (Deluxe Three-Volume Slipcase Edition) Pre-Order
- Illustrated slipcase with brand new art
- Three unjacketed hardcovers with foil stamps
- Metallic silver edges
- Bookmark ribbons
- Full-color illustrated endpaper maps
- And 24 black-and-white interior illustrations by acclaimed artist Avendell
“In a genre often dominated by safe formulas, SenLinYu’s debut is a reminder that speculative fiction still has teeth and knows how to bite.” —Grimdark Magazine
In the aftermath of a long war, Paladia’s new ruling class of corrupt guild families and depraved necromancers, whose vile undead creatures helped bring about their victory, holds Helena captive.
According to Resistance records, she was a healer of little importance within their ranks. But Helena has inexplicable memory loss of the months leading up to her capture, making her enemies wonder: Is she truly as insignificant as she appears, or are her lost memories hiding some vital piece of the Resistance’s final gambit?
To uncover the memories buried deep within her mind, Helena is sent to the High Reeve, one of the most powerful and ruthless necromancers in this new world. Trapped on his crumbling estate, Helena’s fight—to protect her lost history and to preserve the last remaining shreds of her former self—is just beginning. For her prison and captor have secrets of their own . . . secrets Helena must unearth, whatever the cost.
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Our Spice Scale
🌶️ 1 Pepper — Barely a Spark
What to expect:
- Subtle romantic tension
- Kissing, touching, yearning
- Fade-to-black
Perfect for:
Fantasy lovers who want plot-first stories with just a whisper of romance.
🌶️🌶️ 2 Peppers — Soft Heat
What to expect:
- Fade-to-black scenes with some description leading up
- Romance takes center stage, but details stay gentle
- Kissing, touching, and exploring
Perfect for:
Readers who enjoy romance but prefer things cozy, sweet, and low-heat.
🌶️🌶️🌶️ 3 Peppers — Noticeably Spicy
What to expect:
- On-page intimate scenes with moderate detail
- A balance of story, emotion, and physical connection
- Heat that feels intentional, not overwhelming
Perfect for:
Romantasy readers who want chemistry you can feel without it taking over the plot.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 4 Peppers — High Heat
What to expect:
- Frequent and detailed intimate scenes
- Strong physical tension woven throughout the story
- Desire, attraction, and connection are front and center
Perfect for:
Readers who like their fantasy rich with passion and aren’t afraid of intensity.
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 5 Peppers — Extra Spicy
What to expect:
- Explicit, on-page intimacy with vivid detail
- Multiple scenes and sustained heat
- The spice is a major element of the reading experience. May include some considered taboo elements.
Perfect for:
Seasoned spice lovers who want maximum heat alongside their magic, monsters, or morally grey love interests.
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Because transparency is kind of our thing:
- 🌶️ Ratings reflect on-page detail and frequency, not just vibes
- 🌶️ Emotional intensity ≠ spice (but we’ll tell you when both show up)
- 🌶️ Trope-heavy books may feel hotter—this scale keeps it honest
- 🌶️ When in doubt, we round up, never down
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If spice level is something you’re concerned about, we strongly recommend double checking reviews or spice guides (shoutout to Google & BookTok ) prior to purchasing.
Spice is subjective so what one of our team members may feel is less spicy, you may find more or vice versa.
As always, books may contain profanity, mature themes, and descriptive or explicit content. Reader discretion is advised, and we recommend these titles for readers 18+.
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