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Rent Old Magic
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Format: Mass Market Paperback
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Published: Mar 2002
Genre: Children & Young Adults Fiction - Fantasy & Magic
Retail Price: $6.99
Ages: 13 - 17 Pages: 320
Synopsis
Jarrod Thornton is mesmerizing,
but Kate Warren doesn't know why.
The moment the new guy walks into the room, Kate senses something strange and intense about him. Something supernatural. Her instincts are proven correct a few minutes later when, bullied by his classmates, Jarrod unknowingly conjures up a freak thunderstorm inside their classroom.
Jarrod doesn't believe in the paranormal. When Kate tries to convince him that he has extraordinary powers that need to be harnessed, he only puts up with her 'hocus pocus' notions because he finds her captivating. However, the dangerous, uncontrolled strengthening of his gift finally convinces Jarrod that he must take Kate's theories seriously. Together, they embark on a remarkable journey -- one which will unravel the mystery that has haunted Jarrod's family for generations and pit the teens against immense forces in a battle to undo the past and reshape the future.
Reviews
This book is a very nice start from an unknown Australian author. It takes all the basic genres: fantasy, romance, mystery, action. No matter what you are into, this novel should give you something to capture your attention. It focuses on Kate and Jarrod's journey back in time to stop his family from being cursed. The chapters switch back and forth from both their points of view, so the reader gets an idea of exactly who the characters are. If you liked Harry Potter for its magic, but wanted more romance, then this book is definitely one you should read.