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The Apprentices

By Maile Meloy
Series: The Apothecary Novels
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In The Apprentices by Maile Meloy, you follow the journey of two young protagonists who are caught in a web of magic and mystery. Their world is built on enchantments and hidden powers, with a storyline weaving through danger, friendship, and self-discovery. The plot unfolds across different continents, blending science with alchemy, and testing the strength of their connection against complex challenges.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you enjoy a blend of adventure, magic, and friendship, this young adult novel might captivate you. The story weaves a thrilling narrative with intriguing characters and a touch of the supernatural, appealing to those who love a mix of mystery and coming-of-age experiences.

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The Apprentices is the enthralling sequel to The Apothecary, Maile Meloy's first book for young readers. Two years have passed since Janie Scott last saw Benjamin Burrows, the mysterious apothecary's son who stole her heart. She's thrown herself into an ambitious chemistry project and, when it vanishes, she suspects the rich and powerful Magnusson of stealing it. She knows she needs help to fight him.

On the other side of the world, Benjamin and the apothecary have been working in the war-torn jungles of Vietnam, using their elixirs to help the sick and wounded. But Benjamin has also been experimenting with a new formula that allows him to see into Janie's world.

The friends are thrown into a whirlwind chase around the Pacific Ocean, trying to find each other and the truth behind what threatens them. The Apprentices is a magical blend of fantasy and reality that sparkles with life and adventure—a delightful sequel to the much-loved The Apothecary.

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The Apprentices by Maile Meloy, set in 1954, continues the captivating blend of charm, excitement, and magic introduced in its predecessor. Praised for its intriguing and quick-paced narrative, the novel combines historical elements with a touch of fantasy, maintaining engaging and memorable characters.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922147141

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 May 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 368

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Maile Meloy Penguin Books Series: The Apothecary Novels Young Adult

About the Author

Maile Meloy is the award-winning author of several short-story collections and novels for adults including Both Ways Is the Only Way I Want It and Liars and Saints. The After-Room is the third and final novel in the Apothecary series for young adults.

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