THE RITHMATIST
SUMMARY
More than anything, Joel wants to be a Rithmatist. Chosen
by the Master in a mysterious inception ceremony, Rithmatists have the power to
infuse life into two-dimensional figures known as Chalklings. Rithmatists
are humanity’s only defense against the Wild Chalklings—merciless creatures
that leave mangled corpses in their wake. Having nearly overrun the territory
of Nebrask, the Wild Chalklings now threaten all of the American Isles.
As the son of a lowly chalkmaker at Armedius Academy, Joel can
only watch as Rithmatist students study the magical art that he would do
anything to practice. Then students start disappearing—kidnapped from their
rooms at night, leaving trails of blood. Assigned to help the professor who is
investigating the crimes, Joel and his friend Melody find themselves on the
trail of an unexpected discovery—one that will change Rithmatics—and their
world—forever.
REVIEW
Every time
I read a book by Brandon Sanderson I am shocked by how much I loved it. Every
book I’ve read by Sanderson is filled with memorable characters, shocking
twists and surprises, and plenty of action and intrigue.
Suffice
it to say The Rithmatist has not broken this streak.
The
Rithmatist starts off from the very first pages with shockingly high levels of
action, and keeps this pace going to the last page. Readers of all ages will be
gripped by the suspense, mystery, and action that The Rithmatist provides.
That
said, while the action will keep readers gripping the edges of their seats, it’s
the unique magic and the characters themselves that will keep readers wanting
more long after the last page is finished. Joel and Melody provide an amazing
combination that readers (if they’re anything like me) will want to know more
about, as each of these characters are engaging, charismatic, and likable.
INFO
Publisher: Tor Teen
Published: May 14, 2013
Price: $17.99
Link to Buy: http://www.amazon.com/The-Rithmatist-ebook/dp/B00AJGNICW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1369708120&sr=8-5&keywords=brandon+sanderson
No comments:
Post a Comment