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Magyk

Angie Sage
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Magyk

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2005

Book Brief

Angie Sage

Magyk

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

608

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Castle And Marram Marshes • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

640L

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Super Short Summary

Magyk by Angie Sage is a fantasy novel about a boy named Septimus Heap who is believed to have died at birth but is later discovered to be alive. Silas Heap finds an abandoned baby girl, Jenna, on the same night he loses Septimus. Ten years later, threats to Jenna's life reveal hidden truths, leading to a series of adventures involving magic, family, and identity.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Mysterious

Playful

Humorous

Reviews & Readership

4.2

124,576 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Magyk by Angie Sage receives mixed reviews. It is praised for its imaginative world-building, engaging story, and unique characters that appeal to young readers. Critics, however, highlight occasional pacing issues and predictability in the plot. Overall, it offers an enchanting escape for its target audience, while older readers might find it less compelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Magyk?

Readers who relish Harry Potter and Percy Jackson will find Magyk by Angie Sage enchanting. Ideal for young adults who crave thrilling magical adventures, quirky characters, and rich, immersive worlds. This book is perfect for fans of fantasy who appreciate tales of destiny, family, and courage.

4.2

124,576 ratings

67%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

608

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Castle And Marram Marshes • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

640L

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