Knightfall

How Far Must A Knight Fall Before Redemption Calls?

In the Kingdom of Vilsheim, alchemy—the ancient and forbidden art of turning lead into gold—is punishable by death. Once devoted to honor and duty, Axel finds little meaning in his role as a castle knight. Scorned by fellow guards and estranged from the nobles he vowed to serve, he drifts through a life soured by resentment and regret. Trapped in a cycle of failure and disillusionment, he longs to escape the patterns that bind him—and uncover a truth buried in myth and danger.

Haunted by loss and driven by desperation, Axel sets out to find the last known alchemist, a figure who vanished over a century ago. In pursuing the outlawed secrets of transmutation, he risks life and honor to discover a different kind of alchemy—one not wrought in metal, but awakened in the mind.

A B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree. For fans of The Alchemist, The Celestine Prophecy, and The Realm of the Elderlings, Knightfall is a visionary fantasy adventure of redemption and the power of transformation.
A gripping book club pick, delivering compelling characters and moral dilemmas that spark lively, thought-provoking discussion.

From the Publisher

Honored with Multiple Literary Awards for Excellence in Fiction

A Slow-Burn Tale with Vivid Strengths

Knightfall won me over with its vivid descriptions, technical polish, and a conclusion that stuck the landing.

The author paints such a clear picture right down to the texture, fit, and weight, I could visualize it effortlessly. It’s a testament to C.L. Embry’s ability to craft immersive scenes.

5 Stars – For Readers Who Want More Than Just a Standard Adventure

C.L. Embry’s Knightfall grips readers with a powerful blend of ambition, identity, and shifting perspectives.

Action, introspection, and mysticism weave seamlessly throughout the story, keeping you invested while also making you think. Embry crafts a world so vivid and detailed, you can almost feel the tension in the kingdom’s air—especially as fear and fascination with alchemy collide.

Excellence in Independent Publishing

Bronze medal winner for the Independent Publishing Book Award in Visionary Fiction. Recognizing excellence in Independent publishing since 1996 while shining a spotlight on the exceptional work being done by independent, university, and self-published authors

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0DJHKC91W
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pendulum Publications
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 3, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 334 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8990988309
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.84 x 8 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #2,675,047 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2,785 in Coming of Age Fantasy (Books) #12,734 in Coming of Age Fiction (Books) #19,762 in Sword & Sorcery Fantasy (Books)