J.S. Jowett’s Compendium: Alchemy Series is a bold, speculative sci-fi novel that weaves together philosophy, mysticism, and futuristic world-building. At the story's heart is Natasha, living in 2176 AD in the Nitros Complex, a self-sustaining, technologically advanced city. Yet, despite the precision and efficiency of her world, she senses something beyond science pulling at her - a force shaping her destiny in ways she cannot fully grasp. Natasha isn’t just one person; she is Clantis in 37 AD, living under Roman rule in Egypt, and Teagan in 5384 AD, an evolved being in a distant future. Her lifetimes are carefully orchestrated by The Party, an unseen force working alongside angels and archangels to guide humanity’s evolution. While Natasha is aware of her fate, she also questions it, wondering if she has any control over her path or if her role is simply to fulfill a cosmic plan already written.

J.S. Jowett masterfully blends predestination, reincarnation, and alchemy into a story that challenges the reader to consider the nature of free will, spiritual evolution, and the unseen forces that shape existence. The reincarnation theme is richly developed, with clear connections between Natasha’s past and future selves, though the narrative sometimes leans more toward destiny than personal transformation. This is not a book for passive reading - it demands engagement, reflection, and a willingness to embrace big, existential questions. With its mix of futurism, metaphysical philosophy, and cosmic intrigue, Compendium is a perfect read for those fascinated by the intersection of science, spirituality, and the supernatural.

J.S. Jowett has produced a marathon venture into Christian fantasy and science fiction with his work Compendium, a collection of six stand-alone books, whose tales form The Alchemy Series. It is an exploration of human endeavor that spans many thousands of years, alternating between the past and the future to provide an alternative view of our history, while speculating on possible paths for our evolution. The narrative is shaped by the experiences of a wide selection of participants, which are presented against the background of changes in time, space, and consciousness. Many of their names will be familiar and are drawn from the ranks of mythological characters and symbols, ancient gods and deities, biblical figures, as well as aspects of the tarot, astronomy, and astrology. Travel to nearby planets such as Venus reveals new colonies established by earthlings, while interaction with other beings from deeper space also holds potential. The Christ Nature forms another integral theme that is interwoven into the lives of those involved and extends well into the future. Some earthly habits survive and are contrasted with new technology and social structures. All the while a state of flux prevails, with shifting timelines and occasionally an air of uncertainty.

Readers of Compendium will be plunged into a surreal world that combines the past, present, and future, with the boundaries blurred by flashbacks of what went before, and visions of what may come, at times created by virtual reality. J.S. Jowett takes us on a journey through space and time to a sort of dream world, with a unique take on its history. The author explores the complex relationship between the diverse personalities involved who drift in and out of the narrative, making cameo-like appearances. Each account brings a new perspective to the developing saga, unfolding a catalog of evolving societies, political systems, admin structures, alliances, and consciousness. Environmental issues persist and new worlds are created in this tale of evolving consciousness. A picture is presented of various states of being, with a balance achieved amid growing complexities. New types of relationships are forged. The author explores the Christian fantasy sci-fi genre to its fullest. The writing style is distinctive and hints at hidden meanings and riddles. The life of Jesus is portrayed in a manner that may have Christian traditionalists feeling uncomfortable, but this is a fictional account of what might have been. It will nevertheless stir emotions and should be read with an open mind.