what is alchemised book about

The book "Alchemised" by SenLinYu is a dark fantasy debut about Helena Marino, a once-promising alchemist and healer who is now a prisoner of war suffering from memory loss in a brutal post-war world dominated by corrupt guild families and necromancers. She battles to uncover hidden memories critical to the resistance's final plans while held captive by a ruthless necromancer called the High Reeve. The story blends themes of survival, trauma, love, and moral complexity in a richly detailed world where alchemy, necromancy, and other magics exist. It is also partly a tragic yet passionate love story set in a devastated world, highlighting resilience amid despair. The novel is known for its deep world-building, intricate magic system, and emotional intensity, exploring dark themes with moments of beauty and hope.