This book follows a night in the life of cryptid chasers: Elliott, the apprentice wizard; his sister Alchiba, a hunter with super-strength; and their new protŽgŽ Irene, a girl who's recently discovered her magic powers.
The trio is tasked with two jobs: Find Ruth the librarian, and subdue the beast lurking around the Rusty Hollow cemetery. As their night goes on, they interact with a variety of creatures and characters, giving a small peek into the supernatural subculture of Rusty Hollow, OH.