Summary:It's 1952 and the Scott family has just moved from Los Angeles to London. Here, fourteen-year-old Janie meets a mysterious apothecary and his son, Benjamin Burrows - a fascinating boy who's not afraid to stand up to authority and dreams of becoming a spy. When Benjamin's father is kidnapped, Janie and Benjamin must uncover the secrets of the apothecary's sacred book, the Pharmacopoeia, in order to find him, all while keeping it out of the hands of their enemies - Russian spies in possession of nuclear weapons. Discovering and testing potions they never believed could exist, Janie and Benjamin embark on a dangerous race to save the apothecary and prevent impending disaster.
My take: 3 looks
A thoroughly enjoyable YA book, with just enough romance, action and fantasy to entice the youngest of young adults.
The characters are very likable and the plot, even though it involves kids turning into birds to get away from Russian spies intent on destroying the world, seems downright plausible.
The story is fulfilling, the ending satisfying and I sincerely hope this is a series!
Highly recommended for a fun, light read.
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