Arcanum is a society completely based on magic. Hidden away since birth by his father, a powerful mage, Timothy is found by his father's former apprentice, Leander, after the man's death. Though the boy is unable to use magic, he does have some amazing skills, including nullifying enchantments with his touch and building virtually anything mechanical. Timothy is brought into the world of mages, where his mere presence arouses fear and suspicion, and he must determine who is his friend and who is using him. The first part of the book is confusing because the point of view switches often between Timothy and Leander and their voices are similar. Character development is sketchy. Despite these issues, the premise is clever, and the authors have created a unique story filled with adventure.–Tasha Saecker, Caestecker Public Library, Green Lake, WI I found the magical world of this book different from those I've read in the past and it sounds truly beautiful. A bit predictable in some parts, but not too much so. I enjoyed Timothy's character as well as those of his friends. All who caught on astonishingly well considering most of them spent their entire lives on an interdimensional tropical island.
The story was unique enough that I am going to look into the sequal. Good clean with some magical violence, I have no problem recommending it for all ages, though would probably be most interesting to those around 10-14.
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