About the Book

The fall of Atlantis was not the end. It was a warning.

For martial arts master Marriana, life is a balance of discipline and peace. But when her beloved gardener, Josef, turns to stone before her eyes, his life fading with every passing moment, her world is thrown into chaos. Her only hope is a cryptic clue: a mysterious portal hidden within the familiar grounds of her dojo, a gateway to a world she never knew existed.

Plunged into the breathtaking realm of Akaria, Marriana discovers a land woven from elemental magic and ancient wisdom. But this beautiful world is fraying at the edges. An ancient evil, a tyrant named Ravenwolf from the lost city of Atlantis, is breaking free from his obsidian prison. As the sacred Seals that contain him weaken, his malevolent power spreads like a plague, threatening to unleash on Akaria the same destruction that sank his own city millennia ago.

Drawn into a desperate alliance with the realm’s guardians, the Keepers of the Seals, Marriana must harness an inner strength she never knew she possessed. Alongside stone-shaping Aatami, mystical Nalftari, and other powerful races, she is thrust into a battle for the soul of a world. But Ravenwolf is a master of manipulation, and time is running out. Can an ordinary woman from our world master the weavings of Akaria in time to stop an ancient evil, save her friend, and find her way back home?

Dive into the first book of The Veils of Wisdom series. Unveil the epic fantasy adventure perfect for fans of sprawling worlds, forgotten histories, and the enduring power of courage against impossible odds. One click now to begin a journey you won’t forget!

Creating the book cover

One afternoon, my son Josh and I spent a few fun hours creating the background for this book. We laughed at some of our attempts and cringed at others. The idea to add the Northern Lights to the sky, that was all his. Here are a few backgrounds we came up with.

Author: Patrice Motschenbacher-Hammer

Genre: Epic Fantasy

Publisher: Imaginings    Ketchikan, Alaska

Country printed in: United States

Language: English

Publication Year:  Second Edition 2025

Paperback ISBN: 9798993206905

Length: 465 pages

                   ASIN: 1546379762

                   Price: $ 14.99

Kindle eBook ISBN:

                   ASIN: B078RXHYWZ

                   Price: $ 4.99

Are You Wondering?

1. The Niwa Blossom Meadow. The meadow is described as almost alive, with its gazebos, boulders, and lilies forming patterns. Would you want to visit this place?
2. Talus & Marriana’s Dynamic. Their partnership feels like guide and learner, but also equals. What moments made their relationship stands out to you? Would you trust Talus as your mentor?
3. The Maze of Stardust Pools. Mist, twists, and hidden dangers make this maze sound treacherous yet beautiful. How does the maze mirror the book’s themes of mystery and discovery?
4. Ravenwolf’s Dilemma. He’s bound by Seals. Do you think he’s a victim, a villain, or something in between? What would you do in his place?
5. Portal Vacation. If you could jump into any Akaria location (the meadow, the maze, the Veils of Wisdom), where would you go first and what would you do?

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