The Inventor's Son: The Beginning
SBJames
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  • Reads 3,060
  • Votes 143
  • Parts 7
  • Time 1h 32m
SBJames
Complete, First published Dec 14, 2014
adventurealternatehistorymagicparanormalsteampunk
It begins with a meeting... where a promising new technology for amputees and soldiers is demonstrated. But soon, the truth is discovered: the mastermind who created such miraculous prosthetic limbs is not interested in a business deal. He only wants to ruin the family of his former student, Marcus Stanwood.
Marcus knows firsthand of his former mentor's cruelty, and sets a desperate plan in motion. The fate of his son Ethan hinges on his success or failure in this introduction to a paranormal Steampunk series set in a Victorian London that could have been.
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The Dawn of Malice

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In a world where magic and machinery intertwine, Caerus, an outcast and gifted Laresian, embarks on a thrilling journey of self-discovery, friendship, and courage. Set in a realm on the brink of war, Caerus's story unfolds in the midst of political turmoil, ancient secrets, and the clash between different realms and powers. Born with the ability to enhance, strengthen, control, and manipulate his body to aid in battle, Caerus is both feared and ridiculed by the people of Liliosa. But as tensions escalated between his homeland and the Laresian army, he was forced to make the ultimate sacrifice. Luckily, he was saved by an enigmatic gentleman named Lucian - a Laresian defector seeking to topple the corrupted Laresian empire. Their journey takes them from the heart of battle-scarred cities and territorial borders to hidden workshops and train yards. Alongside their struggles, they discover the true meaning of loyalty, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship. In a world where magic, technology, and destiny collide, Caerus's story is one of growth, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of truth. As he confronts his own doubts and confronts the demons of his lineage's past, Caerus must rise above the challenges that threaten to tear his world apart, all while discovering the true potential that lies within him.

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