The Accidental Alchemist Mysteries Box Set: Books 1-3

Accidental Alchemist Mystery #1-3

by Gigi Pandian

Meet the most enchanting crime-solving team an alchemist with centuries of secrets and a gargoyle who thinks he’s the next Poirot.

When alchemist Zoe Faust discovers a living gargoyle in her moving boxes, her fresh start in Portland takes an unexpected turn. Dorian's not just alive—he's a gourmet chef, aspiring detective, and he's slowly turning back to stone. The only cure lies hidden in an ancient book that's attracting the wrong kind of attention.

With Zoe's alchemical knowledge and Dorian's tenacious (if unconventional) detective work, these magical misfits make the perfect crime-solving team. Together they unravel murders and centuries-old mysteries from Portland's quirky neighborhoods to the underground tunnels of Paris, discovering that the best magic comes from your found family. This award-winning cozy fantasy mystery series serves up equal parts charm and intrigue—with a side of delicious recipes.

Three complete novels in one The Accidental Alchemist, The Masquerading Magician, and The Elusive Elixir. Award-winning comfort reading that's perfect for fans of magical mysteries and found family stories.

Start your magical mystery adventure today—no alchemy experience required.

768 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 25, 2021

About the author

Gigi Pandian is a USA Today bestselling mystery author, locked-room mystery enthusiast, and fan of exploring ruined castles in the rain. She’s won Agatha, Anthony, Lefty, and Derringer Awards, and been a finalist for the Edgar Award. She writes the Accidental Alchemist Mysteries (humorous cozy fantasy mysteries), the Secret Staircase Mysteries (locked-room mysteries called “wildly entertaining” by The New York Times), and the Jaya Jones Treasure Hunt Mysteries (lighthearted adventures steeped in history). Gigi lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and a gargoyle who watches over the backyard garden.

Reviews

[Blake · Rating 4 out of 5]

(FYI I tend to only review one book per series, unless I want to change my scoring by 0.50 or more of a star. -- I tend not to read reviews until after I read a book, so I go in with an open mind.)

3.75*





First time read the author's work?: No

Will you be reading more?: Yes

Would you recommend?: Yes


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How I rate Stars: 5* = I loved (must read all I can find by the author)
4* = I really enjoyed (got to read all the series and try other books by the author).
3* = I enjoyed (I will continue to read the series)
or
3* = Good book just not my thing (I realised I don't like the genre or picked up a kids book to review in error.)

All of the above scores means I would recommend them!
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2* = it was okay (I might give the next book in the series a try, to see if that was better IMHO.)
1* = Disliked

Note: adding these basic 'reviews' after finding out that some people see the stars differently than I do - hoping this clarifies how I feel about the book. :-)

[Maggie Haddinger · Rating 3 out of 5]

too much retelling

I like the book and the series, but she spends way to much time retelling the first book (and then the second) throughout. It’s easy enough to skip over, but I wish she just went in the assumption that people were reading the series.

[Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alchemy & Gastronomy combine!

These books are a joy to read. Zoe Faust is so believable as the Accidental Alchemist and her new friends line up one by one to illuminate and elucidate the story.

[Tina M · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wrote up individual reviews on each book seperatey.
Please refer to those titles for further information.
1) The Accidental Alchemist
2) The Masquerading Magician
3) The Elusive Elixer