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Synopsis
The best-selling successor of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series presents the story of a young chalkmaker's son who longs to join the ranks of future Rithmatists capable of infusing life into Chalking figures that protect humanity from Wild Chalkling predators.
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Is The Rithmatist appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Young protagonist battles dangerous chalk creatures in a magic-based school setting. Some fantasy violence involving creatures and combat, but age-appropriate for middle grade readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death and violence.
Who'll love this
A kid who dreams of having magical powers learns about a special chalk-drawing magic that brings figures to life and protects people from dangerous creatures.