About the Book

Book Title: The Way Back to Eden: Book 2 of the Jaguar Oracle Series

Author Name: Kurt Mähler

Genre: magical realism

Release Date: Feb 28, 2025

A Mystical Journey to Restore the Natural Order as Hope Guides the Way

In the lush wilderness of the Rio Grande Valley, a centuries-old prophecy is about to be fulfilled. The jaguars, once the revered rulers of the animal kingdom, have vanished—until a brave jaguar named Oracle begins a journey to summon the scattered tribes and restore their rightful place.

A captivating quest and an unforgettable journey home.

His quest intersects with young Paco and his extraordinary animal companions—a wise horse named Plod, a storytelling toad called Bog, and a clever raccoon named Patch—as they navigate the mystical landscapes of the Texas-Mexico borderlands and Brazos River bottomlands, a quest that weaves through ancient forests, mysterious towers, and sacred sanctuaries.

Guided by ancient wisdom and the enduring loyalty of his animal friends, Oracle’s epic journey leads him through a world on the brink of upheaval. As greedy developers encroach on the land and threaten the delicate balance of nature, Oracle must navigate a tangled web of human greed, betrayal, and violence to find the missing jaguarundi tribe and unite the warring factions of the animal realm.

The fate of the Valley rests on Oracle recovering lost memories and rediscovering the original harmony between man and beast. From vast Texan ranches to ancient palm forests, from well-ordered zoos to untamed wilderness, The Way Back to Eden weaves together a rich tapestry of cultures, legends, and the immutable power of the natural world.

Blending elements of magical realism, environmental advocacy, and pulse-pounding adventure, this sweeping tale transports readers into a vibrant, unforgettable world where Oracle’s quest is to preserve the ancient balance and the interconnectedness of all living things.

The Way Back to Eden, a deeply satisfying and thought-provoking fantasy epic, is the second installment in the six-volume Jaguar Oracle series. Discover the magic that awaits where ancient wildlife sanctuaries hold secrets, where ghosts and tree house hermits guide lost souls home, and where the path back to Eden might just be hidden in plain sight.

Follow the trail. Find the tree. Change the world.

Book Excerpt

The lead grackle spread his wings unnaturally broad over the battle. “We are winning, winning! The spoil of the eyes is ours!” And the spider monkeys shrieked at the spectacle.

At that moment Oracle made a choice. I will let them do what they will, but I will open my eyes and protect their grace to see. I will defend my field of vision.

And Oracle did so. No matter how many grackles plucked and tore at his coat, no matter how many welts and wounds began to seep through his fur of ruddy gold, Oracle fixed his mind on one thing: the protection of his vision. And with the arena of combat limited to this one place, the cat fought his foes one at a time. Some of those grackles never flew again, and the ones who did live to see the light of day warned their offspring to never mock a cat with rosette spots.

The lead bird fell and disappeared in the confusion. The black-feathered cloud lifted and scattered. Silence once again descended upon the zoo, where all the animals pondered in wide-awake stillness what they had just heard under a torn-open sky.

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About the Author

Kurt writes in the prophetic and poetic tradition, inspired by the wonder of creation and the cultures of the nations. Guiding sources for his works include the Hebrew prophets, the Desert Fathers, Dante, Milton, George MacDonald, C.S. Lewis, and Tolkien.

Kurt and his wife, Karen, married since 1993, raised five children in Afghanistan and have spent more than twenty years in forty nations as encouragers in the Christian faith. Their travels led to the discovery of the beauty and wisdom of storytelling. Their roots include the Gulf Coast, Rio Grande Valley, and Heart of Texas.

Kurt writes to give readers courage for their faith journeys, as he believes that no disappointment, however profound, should prevent you from completing it.

His website kurtmahler.com features his essays, poetry, and books.