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Death of a Borgia
In "The Alchemist: Death of a Borgia," Caroline Stevermer transports readers to the heart of Renaissance Italy, where the Borgia family's influence looms large and dark secrets are as common as lavish feasts. The story revolves around an alchemist who finds himself embroiled in a deadly conspiracy involving the notorious Borgia clan. Stevermer masterfully combines historical accuracy with elements of fantasy, creating a world where alchemy is not just metaphorical but literal. The characters navigate a labyrinth of political intrigue, moral ambiguity, and alchemical mysteries, making it a compelling read for those who enjoy their history with a dash of magic.
156 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 1981
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Caroline Stevermer
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Caroline Stevermer grew up miles from anywhere on a dairy farm in southeastern Minnesota. She has a sister and two brothers. After high school, she attended Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania, where she earned a B.A. degree in the history of art. She knew she wanted to be a writer when she was eight years old. She began by writing stories in her school notebooks. (They were not good. Many were not even finished. She persisted.)
By the time she graduated from college, she knew she would need to earn money in other ways, but she kept on writing. Her first professional sale was published by Ace in 1980. In the years since, she has had a variety of jobs and kept on writing. She likes libraries and museums. Her favorite painter is Nicholas Hilliard. Her favorite writer is Mark Twain. She lives in Minnesota.
Caroline Stevermer grew up miles from anywhere on a dairy farm in southeastern Minnesota. She has a sister and two brothers. After high school, she attended Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania, where she earned a B.A. degree in the history of art. She knew she wanted to be a writer when she was eight years old. She began by writing stories in her school notebooks. (They were not good. Many were not even finished. She persisted.)
By the time she graduated from college, she knew she would need to earn money in other ways, but she kept on writing. Her first professional sale was published by Ace in 1980. In the years since, she has had a variety of jobs and kept on writing. She likes libraries and museums. Her favorite painter is Nicholas Hilliard. Her favorite writer is Mark Twain. She lives in Minnesota.
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