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The Hall of Riddles


A Fantasy Short Story


Prequel to the The Alchemancer Series


Subgenres & Tropes:

  • Dungeon Fantasy,
  • Puzzle Fantasy,
  • Single Setting,
  • Treasure Hunt,
  • Deadly Trials
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This book is for you if you're into...

  • Deadly magical rooms where riddles decide your fate
  • Friend duos facing ancient guardians and high-stakes puzzles
  • Fantasy adventures with secrets hidden in every shadowy corner
Publisher Description

In the shadowy depths of the Underkeep, where ancient dwarven magic holds sway, two friends are about to discover that some doors are better left closed.

When apprentice sorcerer Aaron and the adventurous Shanna stumble upon a hidden chamber, a simple treasure hunt transforms into a deadly game of wit and survival. Trapped in a room where every word is a riddle and every answer means life or death, they face an ancient guardian whose patience has outlasted centuries. Their only hope lies in solving the chamber's mysteries. But in these forgotten halls, even the walls have secrets, and failure carries a price paid in blood.

With time running out, Aaron and Shanna must choose between the promise of treasure or the chance to live and tell the tale. In a place where magic and mystery intertwine, sometimes the greatest risk is believing you know all the answers.

Perfect for fans of clever puzzles and magical epic fantasy adventures, "The Hall of Riddles" is a thrilling prequel that will keep you guessing until the last page.

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