by Brandon Sanderson (Author)
This is a fast-paced adventure for readers of all ages by bestselling author Brandon Sanderson, master of fantasy fiction. Here, in a school for the magically gifted, your talent could cost you your life...Joel is fascinated by the magic of Rithmatics, but few have the gift and he is not one of them. Undaunted, he persuades Professor Fitch to teach him magical theory. Joel can't infuse his protective lines and circles with power, or bring his chalk-drawn creatures to life, but he's quick to master the underlying geometric principles. His unique skills will soon face an extraordinary test when top Rithmatist students are kidnapped from his Academy. Since he's not a magic user, Joel appears to be safe - but he's desperate to investigate and prove himself. Then people start dying. However, can Joel really stop a killer alone? As even more students disappear, he realizes he'll need the help of Rithmatist apprentice Melody. Together, they must race to find clues before the killer notices them - and takes them out too. The Rithmatist is a New York Times bestseller and will be enjoyed by adult and young adult readers alike. The book features illustrations by Ben McSweeney, which depict the magical elements of the novel with great elegance and insight.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Edition: Main Market
Publisher: Pan
Published: 26 Feb 2015
ISBN 10: 1447266153
ISBN 13: 9781447266150
Book Overview: Brandon Sanderson is the internationally bestselling author of the Stormlight Archive series and many other top fantasy tiles. He is also the co-author of recent Wheel of Time novels.
There are very few authors about whom I can say, without a doubt, that I will read every single book they ever write. Brandon Sanderson is a member of that club. He's brilliant and has an imagination I've only seen in the likes of Stephen King and J.K. Rowling
-- James Dashner, author of The Maze RunnerThe story is compelling and the main characters of Joel and Melody are ones that we can relate to
-- even their wishes, desires, hopes, and dreams ring true . . . I believe that it would be of interest to readers of all ages