A-Ma Alchemy of Love is a visionary historical novel set in the vibrant crossroads of 17th-century Macao, where Chinese, Portuguese, African, and Christian traditions meet in a world transformed by trade, faith, and discovery.
Ama De-Nobille, an African priestess, healer, and seeker of wisdom, lives in a city where merchants, Jesuits, philosophers, sailors, and mystics cross paths every day. As Macao becomes one of the world's great gateways between East and West, Ama embarks on a journey of inner alchemy, exploring love, knowledge, and the hidden connections between cultures and spiritual traditions.
Guided by poets, philosophers, storytellers, spirits, and unexpected teachers, Ama encounters the wisdom of China, the mysteries of Pythagoras, and the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Through dreams, myths, and historical events, she searches for a deeper understanding of human transformation.
Rich in history, philosophy, and imagination, A-Ma Alchemy of Love is a unique blend of historical fiction, spiritual adventure, and visionary storytelling that invites readers into the untold spiritual history of global exchange.
"Its miracle and its enigma are within the worlds of inner alchemy of the Age of Enlightenment." - Sunday Times