Adam Williams

Adam Williams' trilogy set spanning the twentieth century in China and published by Hodder, introduced readers to his fascinating ability to write adventure, philosophy, history and passion into one book. The Book of the Alchemist, set in Spain, is a wonderful read that throws religion, culture, dreams and idealism into its pages. Williams never forgets, however, to keep the story tight and engrossing, binding it all together with consummate skill that lifts the book to a high level of craftsmanship. Williams' consummate skill as a writer combines tight and engrossing story-telling with a high level of craftsmanship.

The Book of the Alchemist is available from Amazon.co.uk

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The Book of the Alchemist
Held hostage by the communists in a beautiful, ancient cathedral during the Spanish Civil War, an ex-government minister and professor of mediaeval history makes an astonishing discovery...

The Palace of Heavenly Pleasure
Adam Williams's first novel is an adventure romance set against the historical background of the Boxer Rebellion in China in 1900...

The Emperor's Bones
In this sequel to The Palace of Heavenly Pleasure, Adam Williams moves the scene of his action from China in 1900 to 1920, when the country was in a state of turmoil as warlords fought for power.

The Dragon's Tail
Harry Airton, a Scottish fisherman, has China in his blood. A chance encounter with a spook during the Korean War gives him the opportunity to return to the land of his birth and serve his government too.