From #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Sanderson: his
debut novel for the young adult audience
More than anything, Joel wants to be a Rithmatist. Chosen by the Master
in a mysterious inception ceremony, Rithmatists have the power to infuse
life into two-dimensional figures known as Chalklings. Rithmatists are
humanity's only defense against the Wild Chalklings--merciless creatures
that leave mangled corpses in their wake. Having nearly overrun the
territory of Nebrask, the Wild Chalklings now threaten all of the
American Isles.
As the son of a lowly chalkmaker at Armedius Academy, Joel can only
watch as Rithmatist students study the magical art that he would do
anything to practice. Then students start disappearing--kidnapped from
their rooms at night, leaving trails of blood. Assigned to help the
professor who is investigating the crimes, Joel and his friend Melody
find themselves on the trail of an unexpected discovery--one that will
change Rithmatics--and their world--forever.
Bestselling author Brandon Sanderson brings his unique brand of epic
storytelling to the teen audience with an engrossing tale of danger and
suspense--the first of a series. With his trademark skills in
world-building, Sanderson has created a magic system that is so
inventive and detailed that that readers who appreciate games of
strategy and tactics just may want to bring Rithmatics to life in our
world.
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2013 A New York Times Book Review
Notable Children's Book of 2013
