<p>The highly acclaimed first book of a fantasy adventure series set in a mysterious forest, starring a daring new hero.</p><p>&quot;Readers will thrill to journey with Jinx&quot; (<em>SLJ</em>, starred review), a wizard's apprentice, as he sets off on a quest through the dangerous Urwald, a magical forest full of wizards and were-creatures, and discovers that it is more complex than he could imagine, and that it needs him more than he could ever guess.</p><p>This humorous and smart tween fantasy adventure is perfect for fans of Septimus Heap, The Sisters Grimm, and Fablehaven.</p><p>Supports the Common Core State Standards</p>