Very fun book. Characters are not as deeply developed as I would like, but the book is very visual and cinematic. Fast paced and plenty of imagination stimulating material. This books story does not stand alone, nor does the rest of the books. Plan on reading all the books. The endings of each come a bit abrupt, as if the whole story was written then simply split into 6 separate books. There is loads of pop-culture and mythological references not-so discretely disguised, which kind of threw me off at first. But all in all, I've read the first four books so far, and enjoyed doing so, and that's all that really matters.
Reviewed by Jennifer Rummel for TeensReadToo.com Two twins can change the world, but little do they realize their whole lives are about to change when Dr. Dee walks into the bookstore where Josh works. Sophie, who works across the street, senses something suspicious after watching the strange man. After a magical fight that involves both siblings, they discover Josh's boss isn't exactly who he's claiming to be. He is in fact the famous Nicolas Flamel, whose tomb lies empty. He and his wife have been on the run to escape Dr. Dee's clutches and hide a magical book, which holds more secrets than anyone imagines. When Dr Dee captures Nicholas's wife and part of the book, Nicholas reacts quickly. Since the twins have already been exposed, he allows them to accompany him as he sets forth to recover both Perry and the book. Michael Scott pens the first novel in a new series with action-packed adventure and fantasy. Harry Potter fans will, of course, recognize the name Nicholas Flamel, but that's where the similarities between the two stories end. THE ALCHEMYST delivers a fresh spin on magic that is sure to please.Read full review
Bought for 11 year old Granddaughter who is a awesome reader. She compared it to the Harry Potter series. Finishing the first book and getting ready to start the second in the series.
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Nice condition. Very pleased 🤣
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Such a good series!!
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