The Blackthorn Key by Kevin Sands

The Blackthorn Key (Blackthorn Key, #1) (The Blackthorn)

by Kevin Sands

Follow the clues. Crack the code. Stay alive.

Potions, puzzles and the occasional explosion are all in a day's work for young apothecary Christopher Rowe. Murder is another matter.

It's a dangerous time to be the apprentice of Benedict Blackthorn. A wave of mysterious murders has sent shockwaves through London, and soon Christopher finds himself on the run. His only allies are his best friend, Tom, courageous Molly, and a loyal feathered friend, Bridget. His only clues are a coded message about his master's most dangerous project, and a cryptic warning - 'Tell no one!'

The race is on for Christopher: crack the code and uncover its secret, or become the next victim . . .

A brilliant, fast-paced adventure perfect for fans of Percy Jackson.

Reviewed by wyvernfriend on

4 of 5 stars

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Alchemy, plots, murder and a good dose of adventure.

Christopher Rowe is an apprentice apothecary, apprenticed to Beneedict Blackthorn. There are a series of murders happening in London, all to Apothecaries and their numbers are getting limited. Only with his friends will Christopher find out what's happening and save himself.

I liked it, well done, well-rooted in the period, engaging character in Christopher and Bridget is entertaining.

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