I am definitely down for going on more adventures with Christopher and Tom. I'm really excited to continue on with this series. Not only is science cool, it saves the day. The narrative really made science exciting and I love seeing Young Readers exposed to a science is cool storyline. There were even codes for Christopher to work out, left for him as clues. If you are a Reader who is sensitive to that type of content, just go in knowing you will find that here.Īs a science lover, I also enjoyed those elements included in the story. There are murdery-bits, and evil villain bits and actually, fairly scary bits. I was living for it and even as a Middle Grader, certainly, would have been living for it. Tom was a perfect, lovable side kick those can go a long way in this type of story. I loved the historical setting and the relationship between Christopher and Tom. It's such a strong start to a mysterious Middle Grade series. I really enjoyed so much about this story. Relying on his knowledge, acquired through his Master's many lessons, as well as his own ingenuity, Christopher slowly pieces together the mystery of the Cult at the heart of the matter putting his own life in danger along the way. When the city's apothecaries begin being systematically killed off, it is up to Christopher to figure out who is behind it and stop them before he too, falls victim. Since that time, Blackthorn has acted as a caring father figure and mentor to the young boy.Ĭhristopher is very clever, adept at following chemical recipes, deciphering puzzles and reading complex codes.Īlong with his good friend, Tom, the baker's son, Christopher gets himself into all sorts of wild hi-jinks with his numerous experiments. Blackthorn saved Christopher from a harsh future, by adopting him from a local orphanage. In 1665, Christopher Rowe serves as an apprentice to a successful London apothecary, Master Benedict Blackthorn.
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