Kirkus starred review The Rithmatist contains some very good surprises on the way to a pleasingly nifty conclusion. Publishers Weekly starred review Fantasy readers should devour this well-crafted mix of action and setup, enriched by thoroughly detailed cultural and historical background and capped by a distinctly unsettling twist. A New York Times Book Review Notable Childrens Book of 2013 Review Quotes Illustrations from McSweeney, fiesty characters, and a complex plot likely to unwind over several volumes, this high-spirited, exciting story will appeal to readers of all ages. 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. Then students start disappearing-kidnapped from their rooms at night, leaving trails of blood.
As the son of a lowly chalkmaker at Armedius Academy, Joel can only watch as Rithmatist students learn the magical art that he would do anything to practice. Having nearly overrun the territory of Nebrask, the Wild Chalklings now threaten all of the American Isles.
Rithmatists are humanitys only defense against the Wild Chalklings. Rithmatists have the power to infuse life into two-dimensional figures known as Chalklings. More than anything, Joel wants to be a Rithmatist. Book Synopsis The Rithmatist, Brandon Sandersons New York Times bestselling epic teen adventure is now available in paperback. As Wild Chalklings threaten the American Isles and Rithmatists are humanitys only defense, Joel can only watch as Rithmatist students learn the magical art that he would do anything to practice. About the Book One of Kirkus Reviews Best Teen Books of 2013, this YA debut by a #1 New York Times-bestselling author is an epic fantasy.
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