The Alchemists of Loom

The Alchemists of Loom is the first installment in an exciting new fantasy series from bestselling author Elise Kova. The fierce and head-strong heroine, Arianna, prowls the night disguised as the White Wraith, fighting for vengeance and justice against the dragons that have turned her world upside down. When she crosses paths with an injured dragon and spares his life, she sees her chance to hold him for a boon that will further her cause. With her student, Florence, the three set out on a dangerous journey to The Alchemists Guild.

With dragons in the sky, chimera and humans on the ground, and an arsenal of magically-fueled steampunk weaponry, the world of Loom manages to be both dark and sparkling. Kova’s incredibly creative writing lets the details of her world bloom slowly around the story’s main players, unfolding gracefully alongside the plot lines and through the alternating points-of-view. Each character captures the reader with their complexities and passions, both good and bad. The relationship that grows between Arianna and Cvareh is slow-burning and fragile, a trust that strengthens and snaps at every page but that will undoubtedly have readers anticipating its outcome in future books. Fantasy fans, this is not to be missed.