Plot Summary:
The Sorceress, Perenelle Flamel and her husband, Nicholas the Alchemyst are over 600 years old. They owe their long life to the Codex or the Book of Abraham which they have meticulously protected. The English Magician, Dr. John Dee has chased the Flamels for 500 years trying to steal the Codex for his masters, the Dark Elders. Long before humans inhabited the earth, the Dark Elders lived and thrived. With the knowledge contained in the Codex, the Dark Elders could return to the earth and rule once again. Dr. John Dee has managed to steal most of the Codex. He is missing the last two pages, incidentally, the two most important pages.
Fifteen year old twins Sophie and Josh lived normal teenage lives up until a week ago. Everything they took for granted and thought was normal has changed. The Flamels claim they are the twins in an ancient prophecy that can either protect or destroy the world. Confused and unsure of who to trust, the twins try to learn to control their magical powers and abilities.
Critical Evaluation:
The Sorceress is book three in the series, The Secrets of the Immortal
Nicholas Flamel.A wonderful blend of mythology, fantasy and adventure, the
books appeal to boys, girls, and adults alike. Author Michael Scott has
given us a new take on the dilemma of good verses evil, sometimes the lines
are not completely clear. Sophie and Josh have had to completely and blindly
trust Nicholas and Perenelle. Seeds of doubt grow for one twin, but not the
other. Relationships can be complicated and unclear, even close family
connections. This friction between Sophie and Josh and the Flamels is an
effective plot device that extends the suspense and makes the characters
more believable. The story is set in modern times, with characters from the
past like the bard himself, William Shakespeare. It is entertaining as a
reader to observe the authors perception of how historical figures would
interact with the modern world.
Reader's Annotation:
What if you had magical powers that could save or destroy the world? Would you use them?
Bibliotherapeutic Uses:
Do we have a purpose? Why are we here? Teens begin to question many abstract ideas and want answers.
Genre:
Fantasy/Mythic Reality
Why I Included This Book:
I like books that show personal power. Many people don't realize they can have an affect on the world.
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