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Wandmaker #2
Wandmaker's Apprentice
Henry Leach the Eighth and his sister, Brianna, have survived a faulty spell, defeated a wicked spellcaster, and saved the world . . . but their greatest accomplishment might be convincing Grand Wand Master Coralis to take them on as official apprentices.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive Wand Master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of Wandmakers to learn the secrets of the craft. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses, and fantastical beasts. And the greatest threat of all may come from within the Wandmakers' own ranks.
Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and Charlie Bone, the Wandmaker series puts a humorous spin on magical coming-of-age stories.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive Wand Master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of Wandmakers to learn the secrets of the craft. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses, and fantastical beasts. And the greatest threat of all may come from within the Wandmakers' own ranks.
Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and Charlie Bone, the Wandmaker series puts a humorous spin on magical coming-of-age stories.
352 pages, Hardcover
Published July 25, 2017
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August 13, 2017
My name is Brianna, and my brother Henry is leader of the apprentices. Coralis has collected four other boys and girls who are mastering the four elements. Henry is mastering all of them, and I'm being trained as an Enhancer with the ability to strengthen the apprentices' powers. Unfortunately, Coralis neglected his duties to guard the earth, so Malachai's powers have grown. He's gotten his hands on the Pangaea Particle and plans to unleash unspeakable creatures into the world. The particle seems to have a mind of its own and is driving Malachai even crazier. I don't know how this might affect his mental connection to my father, and I don't know if our apprentice training will be enough to stop him. However, I do know we are the only ones with a chance.
You need to read Wandmaker first. I enjoyed this sequel more due to the addition of the other apprentices. One of them had anger issues and had difficulty getting along, and the addition of a boy brought out Henry's jealousy and competitiveness. It would have been easy for Brianna to become an extra character, but her enhancement ability gave her a connection everyone. It was a huge contrast to her role as a blue hedgehog in book one. She had an additional ability to communicate with rodents, and a couple other characters could talk to birds. Henry's character was the most dynamic even though he had the most experience. He was unsure of his role among the apprentices, and he became less certain when he became leader. As the plot unfolded, the variety of his abilities became evident, and his determination and compassion for others were key. The author did a great job of describing Malachai's ever-increasing insanity, and it created a more complicated conflict. You should enjoy the adventure, action, and magic of the story, and the whole book is based on nature. The apprentices are able to summon water, earth, air, and fire, and heck, even Earth Mother Gaia is a character. It's a shame that I'll to wait another year until book three comes out.
You need to read Wandmaker first. I enjoyed this sequel more due to the addition of the other apprentices. One of them had anger issues and had difficulty getting along, and the addition of a boy brought out Henry's jealousy and competitiveness. It would have been easy for Brianna to become an extra character, but her enhancement ability gave her a connection everyone. It was a huge contrast to her role as a blue hedgehog in book one. She had an additional ability to communicate with rodents, and a couple other characters could talk to birds. Henry's character was the most dynamic even though he had the most experience. He was unsure of his role among the apprentices, and he became less certain when he became leader. As the plot unfolded, the variety of his abilities became evident, and his determination and compassion for others were key. The author did a great job of describing Malachai's ever-increasing insanity, and it created a more complicated conflict. You should enjoy the adventure, action, and magic of the story, and the whole book is based on nature. The apprentices are able to summon water, earth, air, and fire, and heck, even Earth Mother Gaia is a character. It's a shame that I'll to wait another year until book three comes out.
May 16, 2019
I have not actually finished this book, but wished to write a review that may help out others so here goes:
Do not waste your time on this book.
Thank you.
But, seriously, I love to read... I read surprisingly quickly and, when it came to this book, I found it hard to keep reading. It was incredibly boring, and I would not recommend it if you are looking for a book to enjoy... and read... and yeah... you get my point.
It is NOT, as many have suggested it to be, "the next Harry Potter".
Do not waste your time on this book.
Thank you.
But, seriously, I love to read... I read surprisingly quickly and, when it came to this book, I found it hard to keep reading. It was incredibly boring, and I would not recommend it if you are looking for a book to enjoy... and read... and yeah... you get my point.
It is NOT, as many have suggested it to be, "the next Harry Potter".
March 23, 2019
Henry leach the eighth and his sister, Brianna, have survived a faulty spell, defeated a wicked spell caster and saved the world. But their greatest accomplishment might be convincing grand wand master coralisto take them on as official apprentices.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive wand master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of wandmakers to learn the secrets of the craft. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses and fantastical beasts and the greatest threat of all may come from within the wandmakers' own ranks.
A continuation of the previous book in the wandmaker series. A magic adventure in a fantasy world. Worth reading.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive wand master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of wandmakers to learn the secrets of the craft. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses and fantastical beasts and the greatest threat of all may come from within the wandmakers' own ranks.
A continuation of the previous book in the wandmaker series. A magic adventure in a fantasy world. Worth reading.
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June 6, 2018This was one I read to my kids. If there's another book in this series, I won't read it.
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February 28, 2018Jordan Bissainthe
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For this months book review, I chose “Wandmaker's Apprentice” by Ed Masessa. This book is a fictional and fantasy and takes on the lives of apprentices. Henry and his sister, with four other Wandmakers, start as apprentices for Coralis, a Wand Master. In there, Henry and Serena, one of the apprentices, start to catch feelings for each other, sadly they have no time to grow upon it. As apprentices, the children need to learn how to use spells properly and master their weapons and use of their wands. The children also need to be skilled in at least one of the for elements( earth, wind, fire, and water). Throughout the novel, characters have to grow in knowledge and in strength to defeat their ultimate villain.
The Wandmaker's Apprentice is your average book. That's what is wrong with the text. This book doesn't stand out from the others. This book is similar to the ones of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter." Not only that but I would prefer “Harry Potter” over this book. Sadly, like other books I've read, the characters don't feel as developed as they could have been. For example, many of the characters have various cultures that could have been expanding into something more. Unfortunately, this did not happen. Some characters were dull, and if Masessa developed upon them, the characters could have been fan favorites. Not only this but the interactions between characters were constrained. Thankfully, if you keep reading to the end, it gets better. The story progresses toward the end and becomes likable. If you were to read this novel, read until the end, it is the best part. The action, tension, slight romance, and adventure brings this novel to amiable level. If you are willing to go through a mediocre beginning and middle, then you should read the book. If not, then you shouldn't read this novel.
St. Christopher's
For this months book review, I chose “Wandmaker's Apprentice” by Ed Masessa. This book is a fictional and fantasy and takes on the lives of apprentices. Henry and his sister, with four other Wandmakers, start as apprentices for Coralis, a Wand Master. In there, Henry and Serena, one of the apprentices, start to catch feelings for each other, sadly they have no time to grow upon it. As apprentices, the children need to learn how to use spells properly and master their weapons and use of their wands. The children also need to be skilled in at least one of the for elements( earth, wind, fire, and water). Throughout the novel, characters have to grow in knowledge and in strength to defeat their ultimate villain.
The Wandmaker's Apprentice is your average book. That's what is wrong with the text. This book doesn't stand out from the others. This book is similar to the ones of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter." Not only that but I would prefer “Harry Potter” over this book. Sadly, like other books I've read, the characters don't feel as developed as they could have been. For example, many of the characters have various cultures that could have been expanding into something more. Unfortunately, this did not happen. Some characters were dull, and if Masessa developed upon them, the characters could have been fan favorites. Not only this but the interactions between characters were constrained. Thankfully, if you keep reading to the end, it gets better. The story progresses toward the end and becomes likable. If you were to read this novel, read until the end, it is the best part. The action, tension, slight romance, and adventure brings this novel to amiable level. If you are willing to go through a mediocre beginning and middle, then you should read the book. If not, then you shouldn't read this novel.
April 9, 2024
Okay, I haven't read the first book so I guess that could be part of it, but I didn't get or really like the Wandmaker's Apprentice.
First off, why do most main characters have to be a "special snowflake"? If it's like Percy Jackson I'm fine with it, but this? No. Henry was a frustrating protagonist, Brianna should have been the protagonist, honestly. Henry was jealous of the other apprentices randomly throughout the book and why was he the leader? How old was he, anyway?
Also, Henry? Harry? A mystical world where they might be the most powerful wizard or whatever that they never knew about and defeats the evil with their mentor seemingly dead? I am the only one that's picked up on this?
Also, I notice that a lot of the time, the apprentices that are SUPPOSED TO BE CHILDREN act older, like when Coralis studies each of them and finds not a thread of doubt, only commiment? That seems older than they are supposed to be, especially since other times they just act like, children.
Anyway, that was my opinion on the Wandmaker's Apprentice. Also, Apprentice? Singular? Not plural?
First off, why do most main characters have to be a "special snowflake"? If it's like Percy Jackson I'm fine with it, but this? No. Henry was a frustrating protagonist, Brianna should have been the protagonist, honestly. Henry was jealous of the other apprentices randomly throughout the book and why was he the leader? How old was he, anyway?
Also, Henry? Harry? A mystical world where they might be the most powerful wizard or whatever that they never knew about and defeats the evil with their mentor seemingly dead? I am the only one that's picked up on this?
Also, I notice that a lot of the time, the apprentices that are SUPPOSED TO BE CHILDREN act older, like when Coralis studies each of them and finds not a thread of doubt, only commiment? That seems older than they are supposed to be, especially since other times they just act like, children.
Anyway, that was my opinion on the Wandmaker's Apprentice. Also, Apprentice? Singular? Not plural?
July 5, 2019
Oh my gosh, this duology is just GREAT. I love it so much. I loved the new complexities that more characters brought to the story. I loved that Henry got more competitive, and the whole jealousy thing between the apprentices when it came to romantic interests was just adorable. And hilarious. Everything about the makeup of the group of apprentices was PERFECT. Like when they all got their wandmaker coats? AAAAAHHHHH!!!!! It was so amazing. There were awesome action scenes and I loved the suspense. I still don't really understand what was going on with Randall, but whatever it was, it was cool. With this book, I am now definite that the duology (or at least the second book) is not for younger audiences... But I loved it. :) I was so pleasantly surprised by these books. So happy I read them.
July 28, 2018
Finalul....nu prea înțeleg...nu mi s a părut deloc ok...Adică pana la urma pasarea aceea era Randall? Tatăl lui Henry și al Briannei a reușit sa se reintegreze in familie? Henry a scăpat de animalele alea din ocean? Coralis s a făcut bine după ce aura i a fost afectată de Malachai? As fi vrut sa aflu răspunsul la aceste întrebări și as fi vrut sa văd un final adevărat sau măcar un al 3 lea volum. In rest cartea a fost buna.
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June 15, 2022
Honestly the whole story is a bit wonky just a bit. It also felt a bit rushed, specially with the small time jump. Plus the fact the it feels like there should be more books coming that I am not sure. But if it happens I would welcome them. because I know theirs more about this world to learn about.
December 12, 2018
My favourite part was when Coralis didn't actually die. My least favourite part was when the evil guy started to rot away because of the pangaea particle. At the beginning, I had a lot of trouble trying to pick up what was going on. It took me at least two chapters to do so.
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January 31, 2023
Not as good as Charlie Bone, but potentially better than Harry Potter. I get that they got rid of the baddest human, but there are some terrible animals loose and we haven't had a proper reunion sooo... Where is book three???!
March 5, 2018
Very exciting at first, then it gets a bit dull, and then the action starts up again. I recommend this book highly!
June 4, 2018
Fun continuation of the series...with several new characters added.
November 26, 2019
Read with my 10 year old daughter. We enjoyed this book a lot!
March 8, 2020
Nice book! I loved the climax where they went to the 15th century to defeat Malachai, and they did it!
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May 31, 2021
The end left a cliffhanger but there's not a third one or news of one coming out
September 8, 2021
Nora bought this for me as a gift from the bookfair. I didn't realize it was a sequel until I started reading. Super fun, fast, would be great for 10-ish year olds.
April 29, 2023
More intriguing than the first book, but still wouldn't recommend it.
January 16, 2020
Good reading and entertaining for the kids
Although the story has some words that are a little hard to read the book and the story keeps one engaged in the story.
Although the story has some words that are a little hard to read the book and the story keeps one engaged in the story.
April 25, 2018
Henry Leach the Eighth and his sister, Brianna, have survived a faulty spell, defeated a wicked spellcaster, and saved the world but their greatest accomplishment might be convincing Grand Wand Master Coralis to take them on as official apprentices.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive Wand Master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of Wandmakers to learn the secrets of wand making. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses, and fantastical beasts. Together they must put an end to the greatest evil spell caster of all time. With the help of the other apprentices training at castle Coralis they face many dangers but prevail over the evil forces.
For the first time in centuries, the reclusive Wand Master has opened the doors to his castle and invited a new generation of Wandmakers to learn the secrets of wand making. But danger lurks around every corner in a world of magic, curses, and fantastical beasts. Together they must put an end to the greatest evil spell caster of all time. With the help of the other apprentices training at castle Coralis they face many dangers but prevail over the evil forces.
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