The Necromancer, by Michael Scott

Necromancer, by Michael Scott, is the fourth book in the series The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel. Our story continues with the twins returning to their aunt's house. They knew they would be fluttered with questions, so the prepared in advance. The second they entered they see Scathach, vampire that was killed in the third book. Unfortunately, it was her twin sister Aoife who, wrongful kidnapped Josh. Sophie immediately contacted Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel to find Josh. After numerous hours, they locate Josh, Aoife, and Niten, Aoife's guardian, and decide to join along in the search for Dee, the evil thief of the Book of Abraham the Mage, a powerful codex containing the power of immortality and unspeakable power. What will become of the newly formed gang? Will they retrieve the codex or fail in their mission? Who will teach the twins the final magic of Earth? All secrets will be revealed in this book and the next.

This book was the best by far. Honestly, my expectations of this book were high as is but were raised immensely with the books amazing descriptions and tone. By now, I believe this book would be great for the series lovers. Due to this book being the fourth in the series, it would be helpful to know the other three novels the fully understand the novel. However, if one is familiar, this book would blow one's mind. This book, in particular, really made me think of the human existence. The story involves many jumps through time and relativity and it made me think of how my past may have lead to many potential events. Strange how humans think about events until it is too late. Overall this book blew my mind and this book is made for everyone; action lovers or suspense lovers, the book contains all! This really sets a high bar for the next book.

Reviewed by David, grade 9.
Central Library