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

As Oracle the jaguar paced his zoo exhibit. He looked up and saw the spider monkeys thrashing in spasms on the cables of their trapeze as they ordered one another to be absolutely still. The cat of the House of Panthera Onca turned his eyes upon the chief spider monkey, who seemed suddenly unaware of Oracle as she shivered and threw an angry stare at her kin. She spoke in a harsh whisper to her tribe.

“Who brought the cold air up here, you rat-tailed squealers?”

“How can we bring cold air up here, impertinent queen?” retorted a monkey. “Who can catch it? Who can tell it what to do?”

“Silence, you ignorant ingrate,” the chieftainess replied. “You mightn’t have brought it, but you certainly called it. I can feel it coming and going.”

“It’s that spirit!” a mother monkey said as she clutched her suckling infant close.

Oracle considered the spider monkeys. Although they are huddled close together, each one behaves as if utterly alone. He watched each one search the dark with horror.

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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.