Sandry's Book (Circle of Magic #1) 12+

About this book

Four elements of power, four mages-in-training learning to control them. In Book 1 of the Circle of Magic Quartet, gifted young weaver Sandry is brought to the Winding Circle community. There she meets Briar, a former thief with a way with plants; Daja, an outcase gifted at metalcraft; and Tris, whose connection with the weather unsettles everyone, including herself. The four misfits are taught how to use their magic, but when disaster strikes, it's up to Sandry to weave together four different kinds of power to save herself, her friends, and Winding Circle.

Reviews

Praise for CIRCLE OF MAGIC #1: SANDRY'S BOOK

"First in a series, this is a rich and satisfying read."
--KIRKUS REVIEWS

"The action is swift, the fantasy world nicely defined, and the ending will leave readers wanting more. With a multicultural cast and enough gender role-reversal to make a lot of people happy, this is a promising first title in a series."
--BULLETIN OF THE CENTER FOR CHILDREN'S BOOKS

"This is an enjoyable fantasy for middle-grade readers, who will look forward to the next book in the series."
--SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

"Pierce has created an excellent new world where magic is a science . . . and populated it with a cast of well-realized characters. Teens will eagerly await the planned sequels."
--BOOKLIST