A young woman with a mysterious past seeks supernatural powers so that she can make a difference in the world. But can she avoid the grim fate prophesied by the demon Nekhbet? "Your new favorite book An absolute thrill ride that will keep you turning the pages until the end." - Christopher H., NetGalley A thrilling fantasy set in Renaissance Italy. It's the year 1610. The world is in grave danger if a long-missing artifact falls into the hands of the Academy of Secrets, a group whose members have gained unnatural powers through alchemy. And the young woman Chrymos may hold the key. But is she willing to leave behind all the people that she cares about? And what about the OUTCAST ANGELS, a ragtag group of former angels exiled from Heaven at the time of the Great Rebellion, who are desperately trying to stop the Academy? Will the Academy recover the missing artifact? What part will Chrymos play? And will the propheciesof the demon Nekhbet-that the artifact's recovery will trigger the Lost War-come true? ACADEMY OF SECRETS is the first novel in the LOST WAR CHRONICLES, part of the OUTCAST ANGELS series of books by MICHAEL CARNEY. An Epic Tale of Angels and Demons, with a hint of Alchemy http: //outcastangels. com For those who love Christian fantasy, historical fantasy adventure, epic fantasy, sword & sorcery, tales of great battles and continuing warfare between angels and demons. # # # Here's what early readers have said about ACADEMY OF SECRETS): "Fast paced enjoyable read " - Kevin Burt Chrymos is a wonderful character. Well developed, with an intriguing story-line that follows her journey from gutter-snipe to...well I can't tell you, that would be giving too much away." - Koeur, writing on GoodReads "Chrymos is an extremely relatable character. She cares deeply for those under her protection, especially the children that she takes care of. She has very valid reasons for her actions and thoughts. Even though this book takes place in the 1600's, it does not take the path of minimizing women or having illogical reasons for women to think and act a certain way." - Kim "The plot twists and turns but keeps you very engrossed and attached." - T. Vogt, 'Kindle Addict' | Academy of Secrets by Michael Carney, Paperback | Indigo Chapters