CHILDREN'S
Released: April 16, 2013
"A disorganized but amiable farewell--with hints of a spinoff series in the works. (map, finely detailed character studies at chapter heads) (Fantasy. 10-13)"
To wrap up her deservedly popular series, Sage calls back nearly all of the first six volumes' cast members, living and dead, for a fresh flurry of
Magykal feats and threats from the
Darke.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: June 1, 2011
"A memorable, edge-of-the-seat escapade that will enthrall confirmed fans and newbies alike. (Fantasy. 10-12)"
The penultimate episode in this well-crafted series pits apprentice wizard Septimus and allies against a relentless tide of
Things bent on overwhelming the
Magyk that protects the town of Castle and establishing a penumbral
Darke Domaine.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: April 1, 2008
"Sail on, Septimus. (Fantasy. 10-12)"
Still showing no signs of strain, the saga of wizard-in-training Septimus Heap cruises through its fourth episode—and 2,200th page—thanks to generous wads of breezy charm, gusts of spectacular Magyk and a buoyant plot combining drama and comedy in just the right proportions.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: March 27, 2007
"Readers unfamiliar with the two previous episodes will flounder—but stay entertained nonetheless, thanks to the speedy pace of events and, boosted by expressive vignettes at many chapter heads, strong-minded characters. (map, appendices) (Fantasy. 11-13)"
Showing no signs of reaching a climax, this Potter-esque series ambles past its 1,500th page with another escapade that casts apprentice Magyk-worker Septimus and apprentice princess Jenna into various dangers in a setting well-stocked with ghosts, near-ghosts, secret passages, magical creatures, comical stock characters and dark doings.
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CHILDREN'S
Released: March 1, 2005
"A quick-reading, stand-alone, deliciously spellbinding series opener. (Web site) (Fantasy. 10-13)"
