"The Rithmatist, "Brandon Sanderson's "New York Times" bestselling epic teen adv
enture is now available in paperback.
More than anything, Joel wants to be a Ri
thmatist. Rithmatists have the power to infuse life into two-dimensional figures
known as Chalklings. Rithmatists are humanity's only defense against the Wild C
halklings. Having nearly overrun the territory of Nebrask, the Wild Chalklings n
ow threaten all of the American Isles.
As the son of a lowly chalkmaker at Arme
dius Academy, Joel can only watch as Rithmatist students learn the magical art t
hat he would do anything to practice. Then students start disappearing--kidnappe
d from their rooms at night, leaving trails of blood. Assigned to help the profe
ssor who is investigating the crimes, Joel and his friend Melody find themselves
on the trail of an unexpected discovery--one that will change Rithmatics--and t
heir world--forever.A "New York Times Book Review "Notable Children's Book of 20
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