The Alchemist’s Shadow

First in the series, for 8-12 year olds.
Twelve-year-old Oliver knows more animal facts than anyone in his class. But nothing could prepare him for the confusing creatures of Zoolithia. A place where an ancient Egyptian magic called Animalchemy has created the impossible: Kangaroosters, Crabbits, and creatures that defy every rule of nature.

When Oliver stumbles into this hidden world, his love of animals becomes his greatest weapon.

With a dark scientist’s twisted experiments threatening everything and danger lurking in every glowing forest, Oliver must use all his knowledge—and discover a bravery he never knew existed.

A magical adventure for fans of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Wild Robot