Author: Angie Sage
First published: 2005
Hardback print length: 564 pages
Septimus Heap is a series of (so far) 6 books. As a seventh son of a seventh son, Septimus is highly coveted, for it is believed that a seventh son has magic capabilities beyond that of an Ordinary Wizard. Follow his twisting, turning adventures that start with book 1, Magyk.
I was swept away instantly by the first book. Unfortunately, I can't say much of anything, as there are so many twists I'm bound to give one away! Magyk was so whimsical and funny I fell in love, first off, with Angie Sage's writing. It's like she's telling a story (which, I suppose, she is). It has a very fairy-tale feel, and I can here a nice British voice narrating cheerfully in my mind the whole time I'm reading her books.
This series is for lovers of magic, witches, and old-timey settings (it takes place in a castle town with robes, torches, and dragons). It is very very easy to read, but still extremely clever and funny. It made me laugh out loud A LOT. Anyone who liked Harry Potter will like these; it has the same feel to it, though a little more lighthearted.
Disclaimer: this book is 500+ pages, however, the font is huge and the pages are small. It's more like 300 pages of a regular book. It was a quick read for me and worth every page!
I would highly recommend giving the first book a try. If you're intimidated by the size of the series, don't be. Just try the first, and you might fall in love!
Overall series rating: 5/5 !
Shay-la
