Ailuranth: Book I

Set against the backdrop of an impending World War I, an apothecary clerk named Peregrine Gallagher invents a device called the Visualiser to foster real-time communication between Britain and Germany, hoping to prevent conflict. His life intertwines with Lady Euterpe Gosling and a shape-shifting girl named Xenia, who has a mysterious past. As they navigate intrigue and magic, Xenia's ability to transform into a cat becomes a potential asset for espionage. The narrative blends cyberpunk elements with alternate history, exploring themes of connection and the impact of individual choices on history.