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The Blackthorn Key

by Kevin Sands
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Following a series of murders, an apothecary's apprentice must solve puzzles and decipher codes in pursuit of a secret that could destroy the world in this "spectacular debut" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).
"Tell no one what I've given you."

Until he got that cryptic warning, Christopher Rowe was happy, learning how to solve complex codes and puzzles and creating powerful medicines, potions, and weapons as an apprentice to Master Benedict Blackthorn—with maybe an explosion or two along the way.

But when a mysterious cult begins to prey on London's apothecaries, the trail of murders grows closer and closer to Blackthorn's shop. With time running out, Christopher must use every skill he's learned to discover the key to a terrible secret with the power to tear the world apart.

In his stunning debut novel, Kevin Sands brings readers on a heart-stopping adventure rich with suspense, mystery, and unforgettable characters.
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Series: The Blackthorn Key Publisher: Aladdin
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Kindle Book

  • Release date: September 8, 2015

OverDrive Read

  • ISBN: 9781481446532
  • File size: 3709 KB
  • Release date: September 8, 2015

EPUB ebook

  • ISBN: 9781481446532
  • File size: 3006 KB
  • Release date: September 8, 2015
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Kindle Book
OverDrive Read
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subjects

Fantasy Juvenile Fiction Mystery Historical Fiction

Languages

English

Levels

ATOS Level:4.6
Lexile® Measure:630
Interest Level:4-8(MG)
Text Difficulty:2-3

Following a series of murders, an apothecary's apprentice must solve puzzles and decipher codes in pursuit of a secret that could destroy the world in this "spectacular debut" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review).
"Tell no one what I've given you."

Until he got that cryptic warning, Christopher Rowe was happy, learning how to solve complex codes and puzzles and creating powerful medicines, potions, and weapons as an apprentice to Master Benedict Blackthorn—with maybe an explosion or two along the way.

But when a mysterious cult begins to prey on London's apothecaries, the trail of murders grows closer and closer to Blackthorn's shop. With time running out, Christopher must use every skill he's learned to discover the key to a terrible secret with the power to tear the world apart.

In his stunning debut novel, Kevin Sands brings readers on a heart-stopping adventure rich with suspense, mystery, and unforgettable characters.
Expand title description text
Fantasy Juvenile Fiction Mystery Historical Fiction
  • Details

    Publisher:
    Aladdin

    Awards:

    Kindle Book
    Release date: September 8, 2015

    OverDrive Read
    ISBN: 9781481446532
    File size: 3709 KB
    Release date: September 8, 2015

    EPUB ebook
    ISBN: 9781481446532
    File size: 3006 KB
    Release date: September 8, 2015

  • Creators
  • Formats
    Kindle Book
    OverDrive Read
    EPUB ebook
  • Languages
    English
  • Levels
    ATOS Level: 4.6
    Lexile® Measure: 630
    Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
    Text Difficulty: 2-3
  • Reviews
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