Description
| Product ID: | 9781447266150 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | The Rithmatist |
| Authors: | Author: Brandon Sanderson |
| Page Count: | 384 |
| Subjects: | Fantasy, Fantasy |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating Brandon Sanderson is the internationally bestselling author of the Stormlight Archives, the Mistborn series and many other top fantasy titles. He is also the co-author of the Wheel of Time novels. <p><b>A fast-paced fantasy adventure for readers of all ages by Brandon Sanderson, bestselling author of the Mistborn series and the Stormlight Archives.</b><br><br>Here, in a school for the magically gifted, your talent could cost you your life . . .<br><br>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.<br><br>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, but 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.<br><br><b><i>The Rithmatist</i> is a <i>New York Times </i>bestseller, enjoyed by adult and young adult readers alike. The book features illustrations by Ben McSweeney, which depict the magical elements of the novel with elegance and insight.</b><br><br><b>'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 <i>The Maze Runner</i></b></p> |
| Imprint Name: | Pan Books |
| Publisher Name: | Pan Macmillan |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2015-02-26 |
