The Lost Art

The Lost Art combines supernatural mystery, alternate worlds, alchemy, portals, immortality, secret powers, and a race to prevent catastrophe. Roger's unusual abilities and the mystery of his origins become central to a conflict that ultimately reaches another sphere—and the fate of the world. Roger Bouwman has always been different. A brilliant artist with an uncanny ability to bring his creations to life, Roger possesses memories that should be impossible—and powers he cannot explain. Then, after a bizarre night in London, he discovers a mysterious chapel that seems to exist outside time. Beyond it lies a secret that will change everything he believes about himself. Roger is drawn into a hidden world of ancient alchemy, philosopher's stones, portals, extraordinary beings, and the long-forgotten art of immortality. Powerful strangers know far more about him than they should. A billionaire healer and his daughter need Roger's unique gifts to return to their lost world. A ruthless rival threatens them from beyond the portal. And a secret intelligence agent is determined to uncover the truth behind a series of impossible events. But Roger's greatest discovery is also his most dangerous. As worlds collide, he must uncover the truth about his extraordinary origins and decide whom he can trust. The fate of two worlds may depend on the choice he makes. Because some secrets are not meant to be found. And some lost arts are powerful enough to change the world forever. The novel's premise explicitly connects the philosopher's stone with gold, extended life, immortality, and a deeper hidden power, while the story develops portals, other spheres, healers, and the threat of global catastrophe.