A room sealed for hundreds of years has been opened! It’s dark, cold and dusty inside, and in the far corner, against the wall... is a large portrait of a certain ruler. Casting the spell, Silas Heap could not even imagine that he would release the ghosts of the treacherous Queen Etheldredda, who ruled in ancient times, and her tame poisonous animal. Their appearance in modern times led to the spread of a deadly disease in the Castle. Deceived by Etheldredda, the Archwizard's student Septimus Heap went back in time to the talented healer and alchemist Marcellius Pye in the hope that he would help create a cure for a mysterious illness. However, Marcellus had his own plans for the young wizard... "The Elixir of Life" is the third book in the fascinating magical series by British writer Angie Sage. Together with its heroes, you will go on a fantastic journey filled with quirky characters and magical spells, potions, spells and unforgettable adventures.