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The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel: The Lost Stories Collection
Nicholas Flamel appeared in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter—but did you know he really lived? You can learn his secrets in the bestselling Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series, and now discover the Lost Stories—tales of myth, legend, and magic, previously lost to history and never before seen in print!
The legendary alchemyst Nicholas Flamel and his wife, the sorceress, Perenelle, traveled the globe for centuries before they discovered the Twins of Legend, Josh and Sophie Newman. Secrets abound—and now you can discover even more of the Flamels' story in this new volume of nine stories set in the world of the internationally bestselling series.
Stand with the Flamels when they find the Codex, the book that holds the secret to their immortality. Follow Machiavelli under the perilous streets of Paris. Join Scatty and her twin, Aoife, as they journey through mysterious shadowrealms. From encounters with enemies both human and inhuman to alliances forged with new characters from history, myth, and folklore, you will uncover mysteries from the past and find answers to questions remaining in the original series.
The Lost Stories Collection contains never-seen-in-print stories featuring series favorites like Niccolò Machiavelli, Billy the Kid, Virginia Dare, and William Shakespeare, as well as new characters like Edgar Allan Poe and St. Nicholas.
Every myth holds a grain of truth. Discover the truth now!
The legendary alchemyst Nicholas Flamel and his wife, the sorceress, Perenelle, traveled the globe for centuries before they discovered the Twins of Legend, Josh and Sophie Newman. Secrets abound—and now you can discover even more of the Flamels' story in this new volume of nine stories set in the world of the internationally bestselling series.
Stand with the Flamels when they find the Codex, the book that holds the secret to their immortality. Follow Machiavelli under the perilous streets of Paris. Join Scatty and her twin, Aoife, as they journey through mysterious shadowrealms. From encounters with enemies both human and inhuman to alliances forged with new characters from history, myth, and folklore, you will uncover mysteries from the past and find answers to questions remaining in the original series.
The Lost Stories Collection contains never-seen-in-print stories featuring series favorites like Niccolò Machiavelli, Billy the Kid, Virginia Dare, and William Shakespeare, as well as new characters like Edgar Allan Poe and St. Nicholas.
Every myth holds a grain of truth. Discover the truth now!
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About the author
Michael Scott
187 books6,840 followersIrish-born Michael Scott began writing over thirty years ago, and is one of Ireland's most successful and prolific authors, with over one hundred titles to his credit, spanning a
variety of genres, including Fantasy, Science Fiction and Folklore.
He writes for both adults and young adults and is published in thirty-seven countries, in over twenty languages.
Praised for his “unparalleled contribution to children’s literature,” by the Guide to Children’s
Books, Michael Scott was the Writer in Residence during Dublin’s tenure as European City of Culture in 1991, and was featured in the 2006 edition of Who’s Who in Ireland as one of the 1000
most “significant Irish.”
variety of genres, including Fantasy, Science Fiction and Folklore.
He writes for both adults and young adults and is published in thirty-seven countries, in over twenty languages.
Praised for his “unparalleled contribution to children’s literature,” by the Guide to Children’s
Books, Michael Scott was the Writer in Residence during Dublin’s tenure as European City of Culture in 1991, and was featured in the 2006 edition of Who’s Who in Ireland as one of the 1000
most “significant Irish.”
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December 1, 2021
*Special thanks to NetGalley and Delacorte Press for sharing this digital reviewer copy in exchange for my honest review*
The Lost Stories Collection is literally that. It's a collection of all the short stories that Michael Scott published combined into one book! It features characters that we met throughout The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series.
If you're a fan of the series, then this a must read for you! These are stand alone stories, but if you haven't read the main series, you will definitely spoil some things for yourself. The stories themselves features some of my favorite side characters from the main story, like Virginia Dare, Billy the Kid, Machiavelli, Aoife, and Scathach. Along with those that we are familiar with, the stories feature some new Immortals that you may recognize! I always love researching the new characters to learn more about them.
It's hard to talk about the plot since each short story is self-contained. The short stories also vary in length, with some characters getting a lot longer stories than others. Some of the stories are also more riveting than others, but they were all enjoyable to read. I loved getting to spend more time with these characters and really enjoyed learning new things about them. In particular, I loved Virginia Dare's story since it features Edgar Allan Poe. I really enjoyed her character in the main series and was ecstatic to find out she had her own short story. It did not disappoint. She's still as badass as she was in the main series.. It was also nice to read about Aoife and Scathach and their relationship. I found myself wanting more stories about these characters since they've all lived such long, interesting lives. Michael Scott does a wonderful job of painting a picture, the imagery is just as vivid as it was in the main books.
My only critique is that the ebook version had a few noticeable typographical errors throughout the book. It's not super distracting, just something I observed.
I would recommend this version of the short stories since they're all combined into one book for easier access. I would recommend this book overall for fans of the main series. It's a great addition to your collection and definitely a must have!
The Lost Stories Collection is literally that. It's a collection of all the short stories that Michael Scott published combined into one book! It features characters that we met throughout The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series.
If you're a fan of the series, then this a must read for you! These are stand alone stories, but if you haven't read the main series, you will definitely spoil some things for yourself. The stories themselves features some of my favorite side characters from the main story, like Virginia Dare, Billy the Kid, Machiavelli, Aoife, and Scathach. Along with those that we are familiar with, the stories feature some new Immortals that you may recognize! I always love researching the new characters to learn more about them.
It's hard to talk about the plot since each short story is self-contained. The short stories also vary in length, with some characters getting a lot longer stories than others. Some of the stories are also more riveting than others, but they were all enjoyable to read. I loved getting to spend more time with these characters and really enjoyed learning new things about them. In particular, I loved Virginia Dare's story since it features Edgar Allan Poe. I really enjoyed her character in the main series and was ecstatic to find out she had her own short story. It did not disappoint. She's still as badass as she was in the main series.. It was also nice to read about Aoife and Scathach and their relationship. I found myself wanting more stories about these characters since they've all lived such long, interesting lives. Michael Scott does a wonderful job of painting a picture, the imagery is just as vivid as it was in the main books.
My only critique is that the ebook version had a few noticeable typographical errors throughout the book. It's not super distracting, just something I observed.
I would recommend this version of the short stories since they're all combined into one book for easier access. I would recommend this book overall for fans of the main series. It's a great addition to your collection and definitely a must have!
January 12, 2024
I think I was more into this collection of stories than I was into the story of the twins in the main storyline.
I particularly enjoyed stories of Virginia Dare and Machiavelli - they got my attention in the books but I wished their storyline was more developed. Even Billy the Kid got the chance to redeem himself and even though his character seemed a bit shallow in the books to me, his chapter with Scathach did him justice.
So in this collection I kind of found what I needed. In a few moments I felt the tension in my chest as I was so invested into the story and was so looking forward to the next lines.
Scott did a great job with this one and for me it was a really nice ending to the whole story.
I particularly enjoyed stories of Virginia Dare and Machiavelli - they got my attention in the books but I wished their storyline was more developed. Even Billy the Kid got the chance to redeem himself and even though his character seemed a bit shallow in the books to me, his chapter with Scathach did him justice.
So in this collection I kind of found what I needed. In a few moments I felt the tension in my chest as I was so invested into the story and was so looking forward to the next lines.
Scott did a great job with this one and for me it was a really nice ending to the whole story.
January 13, 2022
Originally posted on my blog: Nonstop Reader.
The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel is a collection of 9 short stories in the same universe and with the same/adjunct characters as Michel Scott's main series which begins with The Alchemyst, The Magician, etc. Released 2nd Nov 2021 by Penguin Random House on their Delacorte imprint, it's 512 pages and is available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.
These are engaging grand stories, beautifully written. For fans of the main series, these stories are side trips, with more thorough explorations into the background of many of the characters who are secondary in the books (Aiofe, Scathach, Billy the Kid, Machiavelli, and Virginia Dare). This collection induced a deep and heartfelt "aaaah" from me because I found myself in the novels really -wanting- to know more about them, and this collection does just that.
The author has a rare gift with characterization and descriptive prose and all of the stories flow very well. Ostensibly marketed as YA, fans of speculative fiction will be enthralled whatever their age. I'd recommend that readers be at the higher age end of YA; there's some fairly hefty action contained here which might not be entirely appropriate for younger readers. Nothing egregious, but a couple descriptions scared my socks off.
Top shelf fiction, wonderfully written and transporting. For readers who only know the name Nicholas Flamel from Harry Potter - this is not even tangentially related. For readers who seek out this collection because of Scott's main series, you're in for a treat. I also loved the generous length of these stories. The author isn't afraid to give them the length and development they need. A couple of the stories could probably be more precisely described as novella length.
Five stars. I can only think of a couple times I've rated story collections or anthologies 5 stars, and this collection richly deserves the distinction.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel is a collection of 9 short stories in the same universe and with the same/adjunct characters as Michel Scott's main series which begins with The Alchemyst, The Magician, etc. Released 2nd Nov 2021 by Penguin Random House on their Delacorte imprint, it's 512 pages and is available in hardcover, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links and references throughout. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.
These are engaging grand stories, beautifully written. For fans of the main series, these stories are side trips, with more thorough explorations into the background of many of the characters who are secondary in the books (Aiofe, Scathach, Billy the Kid, Machiavelli, and Virginia Dare). This collection induced a deep and heartfelt "aaaah" from me because I found myself in the novels really -wanting- to know more about them, and this collection does just that.
The author has a rare gift with characterization and descriptive prose and all of the stories flow very well. Ostensibly marketed as YA, fans of speculative fiction will be enthralled whatever their age. I'd recommend that readers be at the higher age end of YA; there's some fairly hefty action contained here which might not be entirely appropriate for younger readers. Nothing egregious, but a couple descriptions scared my socks off.
Top shelf fiction, wonderfully written and transporting. For readers who only know the name Nicholas Flamel from Harry Potter - this is not even tangentially related. For readers who seek out this collection because of Scott's main series, you're in for a treat. I also loved the generous length of these stories. The author isn't afraid to give them the length and development they need. A couple of the stories could probably be more precisely described as novella length.
Five stars. I can only think of a couple times I've rated story collections or anthologies 5 stars, and this collection richly deserves the distinction.
Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
January 29, 2022
I have always enjoyed this well-written fantasy series. In addition to the adventure, the immortal humans (except for the twins) are actual historical figures, while the monsters are from world mythologies. Such fun looking up all of them!
July 6, 2023
This book brought me back to this great series! Now I want to reread it again lol
May 10, 2024
This book is a group of short stories that take place before the main series but having read the original series it references a lot that has happened. I am a bit disappointed because when I found out this was a short stories book I was super hopeful to have more information on Sophie because she falls to the way side in the last book and I just really wanted to see how she and the others all make it back to the original time period, so many cool ideas or themes could have came from this book but it just fell flat for me. Now mind you this could have been because I was busy while reading this but a good chunk of the stories were kinda lack luster but had some interesting aspects that come up in the original series which was cool to piece together. There are some new faces in these short stories that I would have LOVED to seen in the original story cause it would have been hilarious to see how they would interact with Josh and Sophie. My favorite chapters were the Machiavelli and Billy chapters, it’s something about these two characters that just keeps me entertained throughout their whole story. Over all this book is about on the same level with the original series writing wise and pacing wise. Some of this was very entertaining while some of it dragged so hard that I almost didn’t want to continue it.
January 9, 2024
This used to be one of my favorite series in middle school! Nice to read some new material from it. Realistically 3.5 but 4 for nostalgia and doing a good job of helping me procrastinate.
November 13, 2023
Excellent Beginning To A Series/Library Loan
Can’t believe it’s taken me this long to read this series. Surprisingly, from page 1 on, I was hooked!
I became deeply engrossed in this book, especially the further into I went.
I admit though there were a few times where Scott had me confused regarding the outcome of a few of the subplots, and definitely one of the MC’s decisions. It had capitulated so often, I was wore out by the end, and had become frustrated with the back and forth of this. This was one of the few times I actually had to walk away and come back later.
I’ll most certainly read at least the next few in the series. I can’t guarantee I’ll make it through all 9. There seems to come a point and time where series become too dragged out, and I can no longer handle the drama that plays out over and over. It rarely works out where there’s fresh material introduced and it gets to me every time. I’m hoping that’s not the case with this one.
Can’t believe it’s taken me this long to read this series. Surprisingly, from page 1 on, I was hooked!
I became deeply engrossed in this book, especially the further into I went.
I admit though there were a few times where Scott had me confused regarding the outcome of a few of the subplots, and definitely one of the MC’s decisions. It had capitulated so often, I was wore out by the end, and had become frustrated with the back and forth of this. This was one of the few times I actually had to walk away and come back later.
I’ll most certainly read at least the next few in the series. I can’t guarantee I’ll make it through all 9. There seems to come a point and time where series become too dragged out, and I can no longer handle the drama that plays out over and over. It rarely works out where there’s fresh material introduced and it gets to me every time. I’m hoping that’s not the case with this one.
February 20, 2024
3rd of ? books read on 2024 (January 21st 2024 - February 16th 2024) - The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel: The Lost Stories Collection, Michael Scott [ENG] (FANTASY) ★★★★★ I had Joan's and Billy's short stories on my TBR for ages (and probably never got into them before cause it felt weird to me reading them on English when I had read the whole saga translated to Spanish) but I never realised a whole collection of stories had gone out until very recently. I spent the entirety of my high school years completely and absolutely obsessed with this saga, so I figured there would be nothing better to get me out of my little reading slump than this, and I was so right. It had been quite some years since I had read any of these books for the last time, so it truly truly felt like meeting with good old friends. But this book isn't just for nostalgia, it's a very well thought coherent collection of stories told by different characters but still linked together by some little references, where you get to learn more about the universe and the lives of so many already beloved characters, always intertwining fiction with mythology and real people that once lived in the way that this author uniquely does. It was amazing to meet again Aoife, Nicholas, Perenelle (I was sooo happy to find a whole short story from her POV, I love her so much!), Joan, Machiavelli, Virginia, Billy, and specially, Scathach, who appears the most (as my baby deserves!). All I ever want to do now is to re-read the whole saga again, and maybe come back to this book after it, because even tho I think this could still make for a nice read without any context, I wished to be remembering some details through the whole book, and was left with some questions that I would most probably not have if I had the rest of the story recent on my mind. Might come back to write a better review if I do. But first I'm gonna go read "The Ballad of Black Hawk and Billy the Kid" since Goodreads says it's another short story but it's the only one who wasn't on the edition I had of this book.
November 23, 2021
Re-enter the world of the Alchemyst, Nicholas Flamel….
Aoife! Scathach! Joan! So many characters who I haven’t read about in years. Reading their stories in this collection made me feel like I was meeting up with old friends who I haven’t seen in years and reminiscing. Nothing but positive memories here.
Some of the stories have previously been released as individual ebooks, and some others did not make the cut for this omnibus (from my internet research, it seems like the plan is to release a second installment).
This book is perfect for long-time fans of the original series. Never read the original books? It’ll work for you too! These short stories can serve as an introduction to the main characters, and you can gauge your interest. Thank you to the author, Delacorte Press, and NetGalley for allowing me to read an early copy of the book!
Aoife! Scathach! Joan! So many characters who I haven’t read about in years. Reading their stories in this collection made me feel like I was meeting up with old friends who I haven’t seen in years and reminiscing. Nothing but positive memories here.
Some of the stories have previously been released as individual ebooks, and some others did not make the cut for this omnibus (from my internet research, it seems like the plan is to release a second installment).
This book is perfect for long-time fans of the original series. Never read the original books? It’ll work for you too! These short stories can serve as an introduction to the main characters, and you can gauge your interest. Thank you to the author, Delacorte Press, and NetGalley for allowing me to read an early copy of the book!
May 18, 2023
A nice collection of short stories filled with characters that I grew up reading - though I would love to see a continuation of the Nicholas Flamel world, this was just as good at expanding on the already established world and histories of the main cast of characters! :)
December 11, 2021
The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel: The Lost Stories Collection
By: Michael Scott
Random House Children’s
Delacorte Press
Sci-Fi & Fantasy/ Teens & YA
Publish Date 2 November 2021
#TheSecretoftheImmortalNicholasFlamelTheLostStoriesCollection#NetGalley
100 Book ReviewsProfessional Reader
I would like to thank both NetGalley and Random House for allowing me the opportunity to read and review this collection of short stories.
Good Reads Synopsis:
The legendary alchemyst Nicholas Flamel and his wife, the sorceress, Perenelle, traveled the globe for centuries before they discovered the Twins of Legend, Josh and Sophie Newman. Secrets abound—and now you can discover even more of the Flamels’ story in this new volume of nine stories set in the world of the internationally bestselling series.
Stand with the Flamels when they find the Codex, the book that holds the secret to their immortality. Follow Machiavelli under the perilous streets of Paris. Join Scatty and her twin, Aoife, as they journey through mysterious shadowrealms. From encounters with enemies both human and inhuman to alliances forged with new characters from history, myth, and folklore, you will uncover mysteries from the past and find answers to questions remaining in the original series.
The Lost Stories Collection contains never-seen-in-print stories featuring series favorites like Niccolò Machiavelli, Billy the Kid, Virginia Dare, and William Shakespeare, as well as new characters like Edgar Allan Poe and St. Nicholas.
Every myth holds a grain of truth. Discover the truth now!
Book Review:
This short story collection has eight stories. When I average out the star ratings for each story it comes to around a 3-star rating.
The first story is Aoife of the shadow which I gave s stars. This is about one twin sister who is in the shadows mourning the loss of her sister. It goes through how the loss happens. By the way her sister isn’t dead they just aren’t speaking to each other. The story was a bit long and I got bored.
Story Two: Scathoch The Shadow and the Clan of Eriu was a 4-star read. This is the twin sister to Aoife. Scathoch is lost and is trying to find way to help someone she knows. On her way she is attacked by the Eriu. The Eriu didn’t attack her to hurt her they were trying to protect her by not allowing her to enter a certain area. You will have to read the story to find out why.
Story Three: Nicholas Flamel and the Codex. I gave this story 3.5 stars. This story tells you how they got the Codex.
Story Four: The Death of Joan of Arc. I gave this story 4 stars. Did Joan of Arc really die or was she saved. You will have to read the story.
Story Five: Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris. I gave this story 3 stars. Machiavelli guards Paris. Things are happening there that shouldn’t. He goes on an adventure to find out what is going on and to put a stop to it.
Story Six: Virginia Dare and The Rat Catcher. I gave this story 3 stars. Who is the rat catcher? Why is Virigina Dare after him? This is about a captain who has 13 packages that need to be delivered to a swampy area in the middle of night. What is in the packages and why deliver them at night? Read the story to find out.
Story Seven: Nicholas and the Krampus. I gave this story 3 stars. This actually is about Santa Claus. Santa Claus tricks Nicholas and wife into going on a trip with him. The Krampus wants to get rid of Santa Claus and the Flamels need to stop it from happening or there will be no Christmas.
Story Eight: Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas. I gave this story 4 stars. Billy is in Vegas for a fun time and the Vampyres want to get rid of him.
That was a quick review of each story. It was hard keeping it simple, and I know very vague, but I didn’t want to give much away. If you want to learn more, you will have to read the book.
By: Michael Scott
Random House Children’s
Delacorte Press
Sci-Fi & Fantasy/ Teens & YA
Publish Date 2 November 2021
#TheSecretoftheImmortalNicholasFlamelTheLostStoriesCollection#NetGalley
100 Book ReviewsProfessional Reader
I would like to thank both NetGalley and Random House for allowing me the opportunity to read and review this collection of short stories.
Good Reads Synopsis:
The legendary alchemyst Nicholas Flamel and his wife, the sorceress, Perenelle, traveled the globe for centuries before they discovered the Twins of Legend, Josh and Sophie Newman. Secrets abound—and now you can discover even more of the Flamels’ story in this new volume of nine stories set in the world of the internationally bestselling series.
Stand with the Flamels when they find the Codex, the book that holds the secret to their immortality. Follow Machiavelli under the perilous streets of Paris. Join Scatty and her twin, Aoife, as they journey through mysterious shadowrealms. From encounters with enemies both human and inhuman to alliances forged with new characters from history, myth, and folklore, you will uncover mysteries from the past and find answers to questions remaining in the original series.
The Lost Stories Collection contains never-seen-in-print stories featuring series favorites like Niccolò Machiavelli, Billy the Kid, Virginia Dare, and William Shakespeare, as well as new characters like Edgar Allan Poe and St. Nicholas.
Every myth holds a grain of truth. Discover the truth now!
Book Review:
This short story collection has eight stories. When I average out the star ratings for each story it comes to around a 3-star rating.
The first story is Aoife of the shadow which I gave s stars. This is about one twin sister who is in the shadows mourning the loss of her sister. It goes through how the loss happens. By the way her sister isn’t dead they just aren’t speaking to each other. The story was a bit long and I got bored.
Story Two: Scathoch The Shadow and the Clan of Eriu was a 4-star read. This is the twin sister to Aoife. Scathoch is lost and is trying to find way to help someone she knows. On her way she is attacked by the Eriu. The Eriu didn’t attack her to hurt her they were trying to protect her by not allowing her to enter a certain area. You will have to read the story to find out why.
Story Three: Nicholas Flamel and the Codex. I gave this story 3.5 stars. This story tells you how they got the Codex.
Story Four: The Death of Joan of Arc. I gave this story 4 stars. Did Joan of Arc really die or was she saved. You will have to read the story.
Story Five: Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris. I gave this story 3 stars. Machiavelli guards Paris. Things are happening there that shouldn’t. He goes on an adventure to find out what is going on and to put a stop to it.
Story Six: Virginia Dare and The Rat Catcher. I gave this story 3 stars. Who is the rat catcher? Why is Virigina Dare after him? This is about a captain who has 13 packages that need to be delivered to a swampy area in the middle of night. What is in the packages and why deliver them at night? Read the story to find out.
Story Seven: Nicholas and the Krampus. I gave this story 3 stars. This actually is about Santa Claus. Santa Claus tricks Nicholas and wife into going on a trip with him. The Krampus wants to get rid of Santa Claus and the Flamels need to stop it from happening or there will be no Christmas.
Story Eight: Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas. I gave this story 4 stars. Billy is in Vegas for a fun time and the Vampyres want to get rid of him.
That was a quick review of each story. It was hard keeping it simple, and I know very vague, but I didn’t want to give much away. If you want to learn more, you will have to read the book.
October 11, 2023
3.5 stars.. Had to take .5 stars off, since pages 117-149 were missing. Much more than the usual short scenes, these stories were standalone, but there were spoilers for the books, so be sure to read these short stories after the respective books or read the collection after finishing the series. It's been 11 years since I read the The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel Series by Michael Scott, so it was wonderful to hear more about some of my favorite characters.
Throughout many of the stories, a common theme was expressed: At the heart of every myth, there is a grain of truth."
Somewhere I read that Michael Scott based the monsters and creatures (and gods) from this series on myths and legends and all the people except the twins are based on real historical people.
Aoife and Scathach, Shadow Twins ~ two stories in this novella
Aoife of the Shadows by Michael Scott (9/23/23) ★★★
(500 BC) Aoife finds a mysterious object.
Scathach the Shadow and the Clan of Erin by Michael Scott (9/24/23) ★★★.5
(500 BC) Scathach encounters a village where all races can live in peace. But people are sick and dying. A plague or poison is wiping out this secretive group.
Nicholas Flamel and the Codex by Michael Scott (9/25/23) ★★★.5 (*** Missing Pages ??? ***)
p. 116-149 are MISSING in the copy I read (p. 85-116 were repeated)
The short story of how Nicholas Flamel and Perenelle Delamere obtained the Codex.
#4.5 The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel:
The Death of Joan of Arc by Michael Scott (9/25/23) ★★★.5
Joan of Arc is about to be burned at the stake, until a certain petite immortal warrior shows up.
Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris by Michael Scott (9/26/23) ★★★★
Children are disappearing in Paris. Black Annis has a diabolical plan. The immortal human Machiavelli must protect Paris.
Virginia Dare and the Ratcatcher by Michael Scott (9/27/23) ★★★★
Written by Edgar Allen Poe. Monsieur Jupiter Dupin Tempest is an observant boatswain who accompanies Poe and Virginia Dare on this adventure after supplying the initial intelligence about a mysterious ship with a strange cargo.
Nicholas and the Krampus by Michael Scott (9/29/23) ★★★★
Nicholas of Myra/Saint Nicholas/Kris Kringle/Santa Claus/Sinter Klass is self-promoting and allied with Frau Perchta. Nicholas and Perenelle get to ride in Nick's sleigh pulled by Torc Fianna on Christmas Eve. Nick is being hunted by the evil Krampus and needs the Flamels to save Christmas.
#5.5 The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel:
Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas by Michael Scott (9/3023) ★★★★
Quetzalcoatl, the Feathered Serpent, is the Elder that gave Billy the Kid immortality. Billy meets Scathach on a delivery for his boss. Billy helps Scathach.
Throughout many of the stories, a common theme was expressed: At the heart of every myth, there is a grain of truth."
Somewhere I read that Michael Scott based the monsters and creatures (and gods) from this series on myths and legends and all the people except the twins are based on real historical people.
Aoife and Scathach, Shadow Twins ~ two stories in this novella
Aoife of the Shadows by Michael Scott (9/23/23) ★★★
(500 BC) Aoife finds a mysterious object.
Scathach the Shadow and the Clan of Erin by Michael Scott (9/24/23) ★★★.5
(500 BC) Scathach encounters a village where all races can live in peace. But people are sick and dying. A plague or poison is wiping out this secretive group.
Nicholas Flamel and the Codex by Michael Scott (9/25/23) ★★★.5 (*** Missing Pages ??? ***)
p. 116-149 are MISSING in the copy I read (p. 85-116 were repeated)
The short story of how Nicholas Flamel and Perenelle Delamere obtained the Codex.
#4.5 The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel:
The Death of Joan of Arc by Michael Scott (9/25/23) ★★★.5
Joan of Arc is about to be burned at the stake, until a certain petite immortal warrior shows up.
Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris by Michael Scott (9/26/23) ★★★★
Children are disappearing in Paris. Black Annis has a diabolical plan. The immortal human Machiavelli must protect Paris.
Virginia Dare and the Ratcatcher by Michael Scott (9/27/23) ★★★★
Written by Edgar Allen Poe. Monsieur Jupiter Dupin Tempest is an observant boatswain who accompanies Poe and Virginia Dare on this adventure after supplying the initial intelligence about a mysterious ship with a strange cargo.
Nicholas and the Krampus by Michael Scott (9/29/23) ★★★★
Nicholas of Myra/Saint Nicholas/Kris Kringle/Santa Claus/Sinter Klass is self-promoting and allied with Frau Perchta. Nicholas and Perenelle get to ride in Nick's sleigh pulled by Torc Fianna on Christmas Eve. Nick is being hunted by the evil Krampus and needs the Flamels to save Christmas.
#5.5 The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel:
Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas by Michael Scott (9/3023) ★★★★
Quetzalcoatl, the Feathered Serpent, is the Elder that gave Billy the Kid immortality. Billy meets Scathach on a delivery for his boss. Billy helps Scathach.
March 19, 2023
So roughly 4 star average (3.7-3.8 based on the individual stories). This will mainly be a review on the collection as a whole and the formatting of the physical book as opposed to each individual story.
So first off: this does not include all (at of the moment) 9 short stories listed here on good reads. Missing are stories:
Ballad of Black Hawk and Billy the Kid (#6)
The Bard and the Knight (#7) (which is apparently pulled from sales as of the moment of this review.
Based on the layout of the book, the stories are listed in their rough date setting not their number (ie Nicholas Flamel and the Codex is listed as #1, but in the book the Aoife and Scatach, Shadow Twins story listed at #3 is first). This is good for those who like timeline ordered stories, though there are some that are more closely related to one another that are separated due to the time difference in occurances.
A down side of the formating is that there's no page indication for which story you're on- none at the top or at the page number. Each story has its own internal chapters that are not listed in the table of contents (only the individual start of the stories is there) so it can make it harder to find specific scenes or pages if going about a long read or returning to the book.
As a whole, the collection doesn't have a large overarching theme beyond showing the immortals and a past event where each protects humanity from creatures or the Dark Elders (showing Dare, Billy, Black Hawk, and Machiavelli's "morally grey" sides).
The book works as a more centralized and convenient set of the published stories than having all of them separated into ebooks.
All the stories take place before the main series, and have no direct tie to any of the events that happened in the books, so it's purely for those who want more of the world and the characters (and some of their backstory).
So first off: this does not include all (at of the moment) 9 short stories listed here on good reads. Missing are stories:
Ballad of Black Hawk and Billy the Kid (#6)
The Bard and the Knight (#7) (which is apparently pulled from sales as of the moment of this review.
Based on the layout of the book, the stories are listed in their rough date setting not their number (ie Nicholas Flamel and the Codex is listed as #1, but in the book the Aoife and Scatach, Shadow Twins story listed at #3 is first). This is good for those who like timeline ordered stories, though there are some that are more closely related to one another that are separated due to the time difference in occurances.
A down side of the formating is that there's no page indication for which story you're on- none at the top or at the page number. Each story has its own internal chapters that are not listed in the table of contents (only the individual start of the stories is there) so it can make it harder to find specific scenes or pages if going about a long read or returning to the book.
As a whole, the collection doesn't have a large overarching theme beyond showing the immortals and a past event where each protects humanity from creatures or the Dark Elders (showing Dare, Billy, Black Hawk, and Machiavelli's "morally grey" sides).
The book works as a more centralized and convenient set of the published stories than having all of them separated into ebooks.
All the stories take place before the main series, and have no direct tie to any of the events that happened in the books, so it's purely for those who want more of the world and the characters (and some of their backstory).
December 9, 2021
Michael Scott wrote nine short stories about some of the characters appearing in his excellent 6-book series, The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel. For unknown reasons, I think this compendium only includes seven of the nine. Some of the stories are very good: the story about Nicholas and Perenelle obtaining the Codex and the story of Nicolas Machiavelli saving Paris. Some were not: the one about the Shadow Twins (Aoife and Scathach) and the one about Joan of Arc. The rest were decent.
I liked this observation: Cities from the air are the most magical of places—you can see their twists and curls, the sweep of roads and stretches of boulevards. London is a scattered mystery from the air; the black line of the Seine cuts through Paris, emphasizing the straight lines of the boulevards and the confusion of narrow side streets; Rome is a wonderful jigsaw; Hong Kong is a glittering jewel. New York is different. The straight lines make it look like a child’s drawing of what a city should look like…until you get to the big rectangle of Central Park cut out of the middle, which looks like someone erased the center of the drawing.
I liked this observation: Cities from the air are the most magical of places—you can see their twists and curls, the sweep of roads and stretches of boulevards. London is a scattered mystery from the air; the black line of the Seine cuts through Paris, emphasizing the straight lines of the boulevards and the confusion of narrow side streets; Rome is a wonderful jigsaw; Hong Kong is a glittering jewel. New York is different. The straight lines make it look like a child’s drawing of what a city should look like…until you get to the big rectangle of Central Park cut out of the middle, which looks like someone erased the center of the drawing.
March 21, 2022
This is a collection of short stories set in the world of the Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series by Micheal Scott, with characters we know from the series.
These stories followed a favorite character or two at a time as they had to defeat some sort of evil. My favorite stories were the ones including Scathach, though Machiavelli's chapter was also quite good.
Also, I would've liked to learn more about Marethyu! A short story from his perspective would've been so cool!
The way they were written and maybe partially due to being short stories, there seemed to be a lot of build up in the form of "oh, no this thing is super scary and dangerous, no way we're going to survive!" and then they proceed to defeat it relatively easily. Maybe a bit of sloppy writing? However, I didn't mind too much, they were still fun to read.
Anyways, this was a fun read, and overall, I think I enjoyed it more than most of the actual series, which I feel bad saying considering how much more planning and time must have gone into those books.
You could probably read this without reading the Nicholas Flamel series, but you might be a bit lost in the overall world building. But if you don't mind that and this sounds interesting, go ahead!
These stories followed a favorite character or two at a time as they had to defeat some sort of evil. My favorite stories were the ones including Scathach, though Machiavelli's chapter was also quite good.
Also, I would've liked to learn more about Marethyu! A short story from his perspective would've been so cool!
The way they were written and maybe partially due to being short stories, there seemed to be a lot of build up in the form of "oh, no this thing is super scary and dangerous, no way we're going to survive!" and then they proceed to defeat it relatively easily. Maybe a bit of sloppy writing? However, I didn't mind too much, they were still fun to read.
Anyways, this was a fun read, and overall, I think I enjoyed it more than most of the actual series, which I feel bad saying considering how much more planning and time must have gone into those books.
You could probably read this without reading the Nicholas Flamel series, but you might be a bit lost in the overall world building. But if you don't mind that and this sounds interesting, go ahead!
October 14, 2023
Michael Scott's Nicholas Flamel series is a great one to pick up for those who have exhausted what Rick Riordan has written (to date!). I appreciate the creativity exerted through the series to explore how myths and historical accounts inform culture. Scott makes these stories palatable for young readers (or even the "not so keen on reading" folks) by including plenty of action as well as giving characters wit and flaws to charm the audience while providing intrigue. The Lost Stories share accounts of various beloved/important major and minor characters readers have met in the prior books and introduce a few others relevant to the stories within specifically. As such this particular book flows naturally after reading the rest of the series. I would have rated it a star or two less if I wasn't already invested in and missing the world of Nicholas Flamel and company. Not a diss on this book but my opinion on how to best enjoy the entire series.
November 2, 2021
The Flamels are famous, at least for those who have read The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series. Beyond the larger stories that can be explored in the primary series, there are “secret” stories that give additional information about the Flamels and some of the people they interacted with throughout history. The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel: The Lost Stories Collection is a book that gives readers access to these side stories. Two of the novellas were published many years ago, the rest are newer works. I was disappointed that not all of the “lost stories” are included with this volume. Goodreads says it is #1-9, yet there are only 7 to 8 stories, depending on if you group the first two together (like Goodreads does). I enjoyed the stories and visiting these beloved characters and it could have only been better if all the stories were included.
January 22, 2023
I read this book series years ago, loved it, and only recently discovered that this collection exists. I now remember why the books were so addictive. I loved this so much and I couldn't stop reading it, like a child. It wasn't artful or deep in any particular adult way, but it's heavy with mythological research, and either way I don't mind its lack of depth, because it has a ton of character and entertainment value. I did wish the story with Joan of Arc was longer. I also stan Scathach. I miss Sophie and Josh, and I almost want to read the series again--but I don't have time, and I keep remembering the feeling of acute betrayal I experienced when the final book in the Alchemyst series revealed that Sophie and Josh were not actually twins, and their parents were not their parents. Unfortunately only Josh showed up in this book--I wanted to see Sophie. I still loved it though.
October 19, 2023
Absolutely fantastic short story collection set in the world of The secrets of the immortal Nicholas Flamel. My favourite short stories were Machiavelli: Guardian of Paris and Billy the Kid and the Vampyres of Vegas. It was so much fun to have little bitsized stories from all these characters. It makes the world just a tiny bit richer and gives more character to the already beloved characters of the series. This collection is perfect for reading a story a day. I read it in between other books and it was all just very enjoyable. Scott did a perfect job of capturing a fleshed out story in a short amount of words. I'm interested to see what else he is going to write. 8.71 on CAWPILE TW// witch burning, death, child labour, gangs, vampires
January 21, 2025
I really loved the alchemyst series, and I was super excited to read this book and return to that world, but it just didn’t captivate me the same way the other books did. The stories just didn’t seem to add anything to the series and I felt like the characters were lacking personality, with the exception of Billy the Kid. I liked the last story. It was interesting and the characters acted more like how I remember them.
I was disappointed with Perenelle’s story because I loved her in the series but I felt like she sounded the same as all the other characters. It was hard to separate each story since they all felt the same except the last one. If every story was as good or better than the last one in this anthology, the book would have a higher rating from me.
I was disappointed with Perenelle’s story because I loved her in the series but I felt like she sounded the same as all the other characters. It was hard to separate each story since they all felt the same except the last one. If every story was as good or better than the last one in this anthology, the book would have a higher rating from me.
December 24, 2021
❤️❤️❤️❤️ I adore this book, I've missed these characters so much and reading these short stories was just a wonderful adventure for me. Virginia Dare, Niccolo Machiavelli, Billy the kid, the Flamel's, Scatty and her sister Aoife. William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe even Saint Nicolas! I was in a whirlwind of adventures all over the world, inserted in action packed journeys with these amazing characters. I'll definitely re read it more slowly this time and savor every second. I give this book five golden stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The stories give you snippets into these characters lives that weren't in the original series, therefore giving you the chance to get to know them a bit more.🥰🥰
The stories give you snippets into these characters lives that weren't in the original series, therefore giving you the chance to get to know them a bit more.🥰🥰
April 18, 2022
This was the book series I read growing up while everyone else read Harry Potter. For this reason, it brought back so many fond memories. The excitement I experienced while waiting for the next book to be released was felt when I happened to come across this gem at the local bookstore. I would recommend reading the series first as these stories are very much shortened and do not capture the complexities of the world/characters. One last thing: Why has none of the series been turned into a movie? I feel like these short stories alongside the original series could be transitioned to the big screen quite smoothly (even though I hate the ending of the series).
August 5, 2021
For anyone who is a fan of The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series, this is a must read! Whether you are a recent or 'read many years ago', you will discover the delightful stories that revisit the wonderful mythical characters in the series.
Never read the series, but a fantasy fan? Dive in anyway and sample the world of the Flamels and their cohort. before you dive in to the series. You will not be disappointed.
Gorgeously written, and wonderfully connected through the idea that every legend holds a grain of truth.
Never read the series, but a fantasy fan? Dive in anyway and sample the world of the Flamels and their cohort. before you dive in to the series. You will not be disappointed.
Gorgeously written, and wonderfully connected through the idea that every legend holds a grain of truth.
October 22, 2021
This collection of Scott's stories based on the Alchemyst books is just as good as the originals. A few of them were previously released as ebooks but this collection needs to be added to your shelf ASAP. if you've never treated yourself to any of Scott's books this would be a good way to work them in. I have recommended the Alchemyst series over and over and will continue to do so for both adults and teens. Scott delivers informative bo0ks full of nonfiction mixed with fantasy that makes you hold tight and buckle up. His short stories are no exception.
July 27, 2021
It has been years since I read The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel series. I adored the series when I was younger and so when I saw this book I jumped at the chance to read it. I wasn’t sure how much I would enjoy reading this collection of short stories since it had been so long and some books do not stand the test of time.
I am very happy to report that I loved these stories! Stepping back into the world of Nicholas Flamel, Scathach & Aoife, Machiavelli, Shadowrealms, and the Elders was so delightful. Each story was engaging and this book pleasantly surpassed my expectations. I love how short the chapters are. It makes for a quick read, despite the size of the book. It’s also nice that they are all compiled together in one volume. I had read one or two previously, and wanted to read the others, but it can be hard to track down a single novella.
For thise who enjoyed the series and want to explore more of the Flamels’ world, I highly recommend this book.
I was provided an eARC of this book by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I am very happy to report that I loved these stories! Stepping back into the world of Nicholas Flamel, Scathach & Aoife, Machiavelli, Shadowrealms, and the Elders was so delightful. Each story was engaging and this book pleasantly surpassed my expectations. I love how short the chapters are. It makes for a quick read, despite the size of the book. It’s also nice that they are all compiled together in one volume. I had read one or two previously, and wanted to read the others, but it can be hard to track down a single novella.
For thise who enjoyed the series and want to explore more of the Flamels’ world, I highly recommend this book.
I was provided an eARC of this book by Netgalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
October 14, 2021
The short stories are a wonderful accompaniment to the series that Micheal Scott wrote on Nicholas Flamel. Even if you haven't read "The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel" series, these stories will delight.
These can be read as a standalone but you will be drawn in to reading the series. While these books are cataloged as Young Adult; They can be enjoyed by adults too.
I totally enjoyed reading each entry and wish there were more!
These can be read as a standalone but you will be drawn in to reading the series. While these books are cataloged as Young Adult; They can be enjoyed by adults too.
I totally enjoyed reading each entry and wish there were more!
May 31, 2022
What a beautiful cover # The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel; The Lost Stories Collection. This is just a wonderful novel for your children. And talk about timing...
Nicholas Flamel appeared in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. But did you know he really lived? This volume has eight stories.
After all every myth holds a grain of truth......
Thank you for the advance copy,
# Netgalley and # Random House Children's
Nicholas Flamel appeared in J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. But did you know he really lived? This volume has eight stories.
After all every myth holds a grain of truth......
Thank you for the advance copy,
# Netgalley and # Random House Children's
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December 6, 2022i don't know WHAT compelled michael scott to publish a collection of stories set in the universe of the niche ass series he wrote over a decade ago but i am fucking GLAD HE DID.
(in hindsight the mass marketing push + redesign of the covers of the other books was almost certainly related to this-- maybe an idea to get the series in front of new readers with a redesign/marketing push/new entry-- but dude i do not care. ALCHEMYST FANS WIN!!!)
(in hindsight the mass marketing push + redesign of the covers of the other books was almost certainly related to this-- maybe an idea to get the series in front of new readers with a redesign/marketing push/new entry-- but dude i do not care. ALCHEMYST FANS WIN!!!)
March 26, 2023
This truly might be one of the best books I have ever read in my entire life. I absolutely loved every bit of every word on every page. I will now have to reread the series (it's been a long time) and fall in love with it all over again. I love how Scott intertwines myth, legend, history and more to create beautiful stories of legacy. How amazing, bizarre, and such a brilliant talent to have!! Off to reread I go...! :)
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