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Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Thaddeus and the Master is a work of fiction for young adult readers in the epic fantasy, adventure, and action subgenres. Penned by author Louis Sauvain, the story unfolds in the Dark Ages, where four boys are apprenticed to the enigmatic Master Silvestrus and his sentient mule, Asullus, at the ancient College of Sorcerers. Under the care of the green Goblin House Mistress Lilyput, they discover her devotion to the specter, Brother Longbone, and the mysterious Tower of the East on the college grounds. As the boys learn sorcery, they suspect Master Perditus of nefarious intentions, aiming to unleash the Tower's evil in a pact with the Arch-Demon, Morag. Thaddeus of Beewicke, leading his comrades and aided by allies, must confront Master Perditus to prevent catastrophe.
Author Louis Sauvain has put every ounce of imagination and enthusiasm into crafting such a vivid setting, where the promise of sorcery and arcane arts is sure to excite YA readers from the very first page. The characters, from the enigmatic Master Silvestrus to the brave Thaddeus of Beewicke and his allies, are richly developed and engaging, with some stellar dialogue touches that make them all unique, but also contribute to the overall olde-worlde style of the narrative. The intricate plot, woven with shifting elements of magic, suspense, and alliances, kept me hooked from beginning to end and was balanced well to offer introspective moments of personal character growth. I also found the use of atmospheric description highly effective in matching the emotional mood of each scene, making it feel totally immersive as you watch the young heroes rise to each challenge. Overall, Thaddeus and the Master is a captivating read that transports readers to a world of adventure and magic, and I would certainly recommend it to fans of YA fantasy adventures everywhere.
