The Accidental Alchemist, Paperback

The Accidental Alchemist, Paperback

Autor
Editura
An publicare
2015
Nr. Pagini
360
ISBN
9780738741840

Descriere

From USA Today bestselling author Gigi Pandian comes a modern tale of ancient intrigue Unpacking her belongings in her new hometown of Portland, Oregon, herbalist and reformed alchemist Zoe Faust can't help but notice she's picked up a stowaway. Dorian Robert-Houdin is a living, breathing three-and-half-foot gargoyle--not to mention a master of French cuisine--and he needs Zoe's expertise to decipher a centuries-old text. Zoe, who's trying to put her old life behind her, isn't so sure she wants to reopen her alchemical past . . . until the dead man on her porch leaves her no choice. Includes recipes Praise: A 2016 Lefty Award winner for Best LCC Regional Mystery ""This reviewer is eagerly anticipating more from this series, and a return of a cast more fun than an episode of Portlandia.""--RT BOOK REVIEWS 1/2 ""Pandian . . . launches a supernatural cozy series that hits high marks for a modern twist on an ancient practice. Amusing supporting characters and historical details solidify this engaging mystery.""--LIBRARY JOURNAL "" A] lighthearted supernatural mystery . . . Pandian sets this series apart from other fluffy paranormal mysteries with Zoe's cute nonhuman sidekick and some mouthwatering vegan recipes.""--PUBLISHERS WEEKLY ""A whimsical and charming supernatural mystery.""--MYSTERY SCENE ""What really makes this book stand out, however, is the originality . . . Pandian has managed to create an eccentric and charming cast of characters readers are going to want to spend more time with.""--RT BOOK REVIEWS ONLINE ""The Accidental Alchemist is a recipe for a great read. Gigi Pandian's pen never disappoints.""--JULIET BLACKWELL, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE WITCHCRAFT MYSTERY SERIES ""Mysterious, captivating, and infused with the rich history of the Northwest . . . fantastic.""--PORTLAND BOOK REVIEW ""A magical, whimsical cozy that will delight readers who enjoy Juliet Blackwell and Heather Weber mysteries "" --AVERY AAMES, AKA DARYL WOOD GERBER, AUTHOR OF THE CHEESE S

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