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Welcome to Tellus. A world of alchemy, unusual inventions and people trying to make sense of things. There’s mystery to follow, gentle humour and time to get to know the characters.

Begin with Firestone and meet Hugh Geber, an alchemist whose life becomes rather complicated when two mysterious packages arrive.

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The reading order

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What Is the World of Tellus?

The World of Tellus is a connected fantasy setting created by E. A. Purle, designed for readers who enjoy immersive worlds with consistent internal rules. Blending steampunk technology, alchemy, and long-form storytelling, the Lore of Tellus explores how progress reshapes tradition over time. The series is written to be revisited, with history, symbols, and consequences carrying forward across books.

Where Should I Start?

New to the World of Tellus? The recommended starting point isFirestone, the first novel in the Lore of Tellus series. It introduces the setting, its systems, and the central tensions that shape the books that follow.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order

Firestone, Lore of Tellus, Book One

Orbis, Lore of Tellus, Book Two

Tempus, Lore of Tellus, Book Three

Formats available

Paperback & eBook

Who the books are for

Teens and adults alike

The World of Tellus and Lore of Tellus is a fantasy book series, written and created by E A Purle.

The World of Tellus – immersive fantasy series by E. A. Purle