The story follows , an alchemist who has lived for centuries, and her companion Dorian , a French gargoyle who has accidentally been brought to life and is currently living as a gourmet chef. Core Premise & Plot
: Pandian incorporates researched alchemical history, focusing on the "Great Work" and the philosophical aspects of the practice rather than just "magic."
: The book is a "cozy mystery" with heavy elements of urban fantasy and magical realism. The Masquerading Magician (An Accidental Alchem...
The narrative centers on Zoe’s attempts to help Dorian find a way to become a real boy (or at least, a more permanent living being) while navigating the complexities of her own immortal existence in modern-day Portland.
: Because Dorian is a chef, the book features significant descriptions of vegan international cuisine . The story follows , an alchemist who has
: A talented alchemist who wants a quiet life but is constantly pulled into trouble due to her past.
: A 3-and-a-half-foot-tall gargoyle with a penchant for Hercule Poirot novels and fine cooking. : Because Dorian is a chef, the book
is the second book in the Accidental Alchemist mystery series by author Gigi Pandian .