Orloj

London has no grand astronomical clock-or so the world believes. But six young wizards, fresh from challenges in Prague, Venice, and Paris, sense a hidden Orloj pulsing beneath Big Ben's iconic face. Shadows stir by the Thames as illusions weave through the city's ancient streets… and an old enemy rises from the depths. Can the Harlequins master the virtues that each new trial demands-Generosity to conquer greed, Perseverance to outlast sloth, Humility to shatter pride? Or will the Dark Goblin finally feast on their flaws? Join Blunt, Reddish, Firee, Checkered, Breezie, and Greenie on a race against time through a Parallel London teeming with secret portals, ghostly mentors, and cunning illusions. Their final confrontation looms in the Tower of London. The stakes? Nothing less than transcending the limits of Master Wizardry and safeguarding the Orloj's ancient magic. Unlock London's hidden clockwork and discover if courage and unity can outshine even the strongest illusions.

Young Erasmus Cromwell-Smith II's adventure happens inside of Venice's San Marco Square's astrological clock. Exactly a year after his first quest in Prague's astrological clock, together with the same band of five harlequin dressed youngsters, he experiences a city filled with wizards, enchanters, witches, conjurers and an evil gnome. The youngsters seek clues in order to reach the mysterious the church of St. Giorgio Maggiore across Venice's basin, and become "young wizards." Once more they are guided in their quest by The Orloj, the old clock, as well as Buggie and Thumpee, his sons. Through the wicked streets and channels of Venice, the six harlequins must find six statues representing each of the human virtues of Humility, Perseverance and Grit, Loyalty, Forgiveness and the human flaws of Holding Grudges, and Betrayal. Only after they successfully master them, they earn the clues to reach the church of St. Giorgio Maggiore. The Orloj of Venice is a magical tale filled with non-stop action and thrills, a well as timeless wisdom through nine unforgettable fables and poems. Blueink Review

Young Erasmus Cromwell-Smith II's adventure happens inside of Paris's Notre-Dame's Cathedral imaginary astrological clock. Exactly a year after his quest in Venice's astrological clock, together with the same band of now five young wizards, while seeking the path to the Orloj, the young wizard wanders across France, visiting the astrological clocks of Rouen, Lyon, Besançon, Strasbourg, Beauvais, Ploermel and finally Paris' Notre Dame Cathedral. Once in Paris, they experience a city filled with wizards, enchanters, witches, conjurers, and once more, the evil gnome. The youngsters seek clues in order to solve the mystery of how to fix the city of Lyon's long-broken astrological clock, and by doing so, become "Master Wizards." Once more, they are guided in their quest by The Orloj, the old clock, as well as Buggie and Thumbpee, his sons. Through the wicked streets of Paris, the young wizards must find six statues representing each of the human virtues of Respect, Selflessness, Tolerance, and the human flaws of Indifference, Arrogance, and Deafness. Only after they successfully master them, they earn the clues that will show them how to fix Lyon's astrological clock. The Orloj of Paris is a magical tale filled with non-stop action and thrills, a well as timeless wisdom through nine unforgettable fables and poems.

This fifth and final volume of The Orloj is a compilation of all poems, essays, and fables of the first four books. A precious craft of artful verses that are straight forward, easy to understand. Through art that speaks to all, the author seeks to elicit emotions while provoking reflection. With verses that jump with ease out of the pages of the book, enrapturing anyone's heart, Cromwell-Smilh tackles a full circle of life with subjects like Perseverance, Grit, Kindness, Discipline, Impetus, Tenacity, Greatness, etc. ... Through free-verse poetry ... over 60 thought-provoking poems and reflections ... addressing such concepts as Letting go of the past, finding Inspiration, dealing with a loss, and ultimately living a happy, blissful life ... In choosing to explore universal concerns ... Cromwell-Smith II strikes an ideal balance ... Bluelnk (starred Review)

Young Erasmus Cromwell-Smith II's adventure happens inside Prague's astrological clock. Together with a band of five other harlequin-dressed youngsters, he experiences a city filled with wizards, enchanters, witches, conjurers, and evil gargoyles. The youngsters seek clues to reach the mysterious Hradcany Castle and become Wizard Apprentices. They are guided on their quest by The Orloj, the old clock, and Buggie and Thumpee, his sons. Through the wicked streets of Prague, the six harlequins must find six statues representing each of the human virtues of Generosity, Humility, Compassion, and the human flaws of Pride, Envy, and Avarice. They earn clues to reach the castle only after they successfully learn them. The Orloj is a magical tale filled with non-stop action, thrills, and timeless wisdom through nine timeless fables and poems.