Moriarty,
Chris The Watcher in the Shadows (Sequel to The Inquisitors Apprentice) 336
pgs. HMH Books for Young Readers, 2013. $16.99 Content: Language: G (0 swears);
Mature Content: G Violence: G.
In this
second book Sacha is still the apprentice to the Inquisitor. They began to
investigate the death of a man who is fried by his electric tuxedo. Things are
getting scary as Sacha worries about the safety of his family and has to face
the fact that the dark creature, the dybbuk, is still after him. He really
doesn’t want to learn magic, but if he wants to save himself and his family,
Sacha might just have to start learning!
This
book presents an intensely complex plot that features various politics, motives,
and intrigues. Frankly, its overwhelming. I don’t think many children will
relate to the main character actually not wanting magic powers. I liked the historical
setting and feel, the author does a very good job with creating the setting and
mood.
MS –OPTIONAL
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian & Author.
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