A Golden Fury is a dark and enchanting tale about the perils of alchemy and journey to create the Philosopher's Stone. Thea Hope is her mother’s apprentice in alchemy, until one day her mother destroys all of their work. Thea is forced to leave in search of her father, another alchemist. With her mother’s notes and the secret to creating the Philosopher's Stone in her possession, Thea rapidly becomes the target for a number of interested parties- all of whom want her knowledge of the Stone. As tensions rise, Thea must decide who to trust and attempt to complete the Stone on her own terms.

I devoured A Golden Fury. It has fascinating power plays, excellent pacing, and complex relationships. Thea is one of my favorite new characters! Despite a myriad of challenges, Thea is steadfast in her refusal to allow a man to take credit for her work. Thea’s story highlights the struggles women face, especially when working in fields from which they have traditionally been excluded on the basis of gender. A Golden Fury explores the price of success, parental relationships, and the true power of an alchemist. One of my favorite things about this story is that alchemy always requires a price, one which cannot truly be understood until it is done. If you enjoy stories about alchemy, magic coming with a price, and smart women, you should absolutely read A Golden Fury. A Golden Fury releases on October 13, 2020. Thank you to Samantha Cohoe, Wednesday Books, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.