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The Fire and Lightning Cycle

By Hamil C. Davies

Enter a world where the lines between science, magic, and religion are murky at best…

Enter a world on the eve of enlightenment, when the forgotten powers of a long-dead empire are ripe for rediscovery…

Enter a world where, by her wits alone, a humble glassmaker named Margaret can become one of the most important people in history…

This is the world of… THE SILICOMANCERS.


The Silicomancer’s Apprentice

The Silicomancer’s Apprentice

Book I

Margaret is an apprentice glassmaker in her family’s shop, unsure about the future expected of her. She certainly never expected destiny to come knocking.

Berzelius is an aging man of science on the royal court, ridiculed for his obsession with the long-lost secrets of crafting magical pearls. He needs Margaret’s help with a science experiment, which could be his last chance for redemption.

Then, a near-invincible enemy attacks the walled city they call home.

With a bit of unexpected help, the defending troops fend off the initial onslaught, but now the city is surrounded. As the siege wears on, and food supplies dwindle, tensions rise among the townspeople.

With time running out, Margaret and Berzelius must unravel the pearls’ mysteries before the city falls forever.

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Margaret’s journey continues in…

The Scholars of Carbomancy

The Scholars of Carbomancy

Book II


And Margaret’s journey concludes in…

The Master of Hydrogenesis

The Master of Hydrogenesis

Book III


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Are you interested in more information about the real-life science, settings, and history that inspired the series?

(Spoiler warning!)

Further Reading for Book I

Further Reading for Book II

Further Reading for Book III


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© Hamil C. Davies 2025