Quentin Coldwater is searching for happiness. He cannot seem to find it - at his school, with his friends, or spending time with his family. The only time he is truly happy is when he is reading the books he loved as a child about a magical place called Fillory. But this place is a figment of the author's imagination, or is it?
Quentin is a senior in high school when he realizes that magic is real. He finds himself admitted to a prestigious school of magic called Brakebills which is located in upstate New York. He starts rigorous training to become a magician. Will Quentin find happiness and start to like himself, or will he still be the same old Quentin with magical powers?
For those who liked the Harry Potter series, this book might just might bring back the Hogwarts magic. There are monsters, spells, and complex characters. Sadly, Dumbledore does not make an appearance, but Dean Fogg does have some Dumbledorian characteristics.
However, a few words of warning - this book is not for children. If you are familiar with the Harry Potter series, you will know that each book became increasingly darker. The Magicians has a lot of darkness in plot and theme. The characters are flawed, and sometimes unlikable. They are, however, very human in their thoughts and feelings. There are also instances of the strength of the human character, bravery, and the growth of an individual. Finally, friends are what get us through the darkest of times. Friends sometimes have to rely on each other to survive.
So, who is up for some grown up fantasy? This book is the first in a series of three. I would love to hear your thoughts once you have gone over to the dark side.
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