"Centuries-old alchemist Zoe Faust is tired of running from her past. She's finally got her life on track in Portland, Oregon, gardening and cooking in her fixer-upper house with her mischievous best friend, Dorian, the gargoyle chef. It seems like the perfect life for Zoe -- until she discovers that Nicolas Flamel is missing. A mystery from 16th century Prague may hold the key. Can Zoe find the art forger who holds the secret of what has become of her missing mentor?" -- Provided by publisher.