The great reputation of Dexter Drake is fading. Once known as one of America's finest stage magicians, Dexter is confined to small tricks and shady bars, run by members of the mob looking to front their illicit wares. And what's worse is there's a new magician in town, with acts so amazing they can only be real.

Determined to up his act and win back the crowds, Dexter delves deep into the world of magic using stolen fragments of the Necronomicon, an ancient tome with ties to dark forces no one can fathom.

As competition between the acts heats up, Dexter begins to realize there is far more at stake here than just reputation. His rival is playing with powers beyond his control and losing his grip on reality. And if he cannot be stopped, all of Arkham will burn.