The Alchemyst

In "The Alchemyst," the first book of the New York Times bestselling series "The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel," readers discover the intriguing possibility that the legendary alchemist Nicholas Flamel, thought to have died in 1418, may be alive and guarding the powerful Book of Abraham the Mage. With its secrets tied to eternal life, the book falls into the hands of the nefarious Dr. John Dee, threatening the world. The fate of humanity rests on siblings Sophie and Josh Newman, who may have the unique abilities to counter this dark force, but first, they must learn to harness their powers.