Aegypt

This first novel in the Aegypt sequence explores alternate histories and ancient powers through the journey of historian Pierce Moffett.

In Aegypt, the first novel of a captivating sequence, readers are introduced to a world where multiple histories coexist. Before the advent of modern science, there existed realms of wonder and magic that once ruled the universe, their secrets embedded in a lost capital filled with hieroglyphs, wizard-kings, and awe-inspiring monuments. This backdrop sets the stage for a rich exploration of alternate realities and ancient powers that shaped human understanding.

Set in the 1970s, the story follows historian Pierce Moffett, who relocates to the New England countryside with the ambition of writing a book about Ægypt. He is driven by a tantalizing yet unsettling idea: that the fundamental laws of the universe were not always as they are now and may be subject to change once again. This notion, however, is not merely a figment of his imagination; it intertwines with the lives of others who are unknowingly drawn to the mysteries surrounding them.

At the center of this intrigue lies the locked estate of Fellowes Kraft, a writer known for his romantic tales about historical figures like Will Shakespeare and Giordano Bruno. Within this estate, something significant awaits—a potential key to unlocking the secrets of Ægypt that Pierce and his companions have been seeking, albeit without their conscious awareness. Aegypt invites readers into a world where history and magic intertwine, challenging perceptions and igniting curiosity.