Though an appendix with references for all the characters and places mentioned in the story would have been welcome, this book, the first of a planned series, is plain old-fashioned fun, with an intellectual gloss that will give fans something to look into while waiting for the next in the series. Though the good-vs.-evil and kids-with-secret-powers themes may be well worn by now, nothing about this story - from its setting and characters to its intricate use of myth to create an alternative history of earth - is typical. THE ALCHEMYST Read Online Free Without Download - PDF, ePub, Fb2 eBooks by Scott Michael Search Like site Add book Sign In The Alchemyst Home Fiction 9. Irish author and mythology expert Michael Scott has taken elements from Flamel's legend, woven them together with myths and stories from around the world, and set the whole thing in modern-day California. Harry Potter fans will recognize the name Nicholas Flamel, and may be surprised to learn that J.K.

11-15)' - Kirkus Reviews.This is a slam-bang, fantasy-adventure, with enough action to keep the most rabid genre fans happy, and enough references to ancient stories to keep the mind working. 'By the last page of this exhilarating journey, it's delightfully clear that the ending is merely the beginning. There's a potential movie here.' - Kliatt. A master of fantasy, science fiction, horror, mythology, and folklore, he was hailed by the Irish Times as the King of Fantasy in these isles. He writes for both adults and young adults. Many ends remain to be developed and tied. Michael Scott is one of Ireland’s most successful authors.

'The ending is just-for-the-moment with a clear sense that another volume (or two) is forthcoming. 'Teens who enjoy fantasy, particularly fantasy that is not burdened with endless characters and plot lines, will devour this entertaining new offering to the genre.' - Voya. 'In this engaging tale, Michael Scott, a prolific Irish author of children's and young adult books that frequently unite elements of myth and modern times, leaves the reader eager for more.' - Children's Literature. 'Proceeding at a breakneck pace, and populated by the likes of werewolves and vampires, the novel ends on a precipice, presumably to be picked up in volume two. The Alchemyst by Michael Scott Book 1 of the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel Series Michael Scotts six-part epic fantasy, The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel. While there is plenty here to send readers rushing to their encyclopedias of mythology and alchemy, those who read the book at face value will simply be caught up in the enthralling story.' - School Library Journal. 'Readers will actively root for the good guys in this exhilarating fantasy-if they can figure out who they are.' - Booklist.

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