Spellbound: The Spellwright Trilogy, Book 2
Spellbound is the second book in Blake Charlton’s Spellwright Trilogy, continuing Nicodemus’s struggle against a demon whose plot threatens human life. Its fantasy premise links magic to language and spelling, while Nico’s curse and the instability around his allies drive the conflict.
At a glance
- Sequel to Spellwright, with a magic system tied to language and spelling.
- Nicodemus faces a curse that disrupts his use of magical texts while a demon pursues a plan to alter language.
- The story combines a personal struggle with a kingdom on the brink of civil war and a threat to mortal life.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The word-based magic premise gives the fantasy conflict a distinctive language-centered hook.
- Kindle accessibility details list Screen Reader support and enabled Word Wise.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Series | The Spellwright Trilogy Book 2 |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Tor Books |
| Publication date | September 13, 2011 |
| Edition | First |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 414 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1429949880 |
| File size | 4.2 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Not Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
What to know before buying
- This is Book 2 of a trilogy, and the listing identifies Spellwright as the first book. Readers who prefer to begin a series at the start may want to read that installment first.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers continuing The Spellwright Trilogy after Spellwright.
- Fantasy readers interested in magic built around language, spelling and written texts.
- Readers looking for an extended fantasy story with political tension and a high-stakes supernatural threat.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a standalone story or a book that begins the trilogy.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the book’s content and character development, with one review noting the distinctive magic system. Reactions to the plot are mixed. For readers drawn to the premise of magic shaped by words, the reported plot split suggests the story’s unfolding events may be a more variable part of the experience than its central concept or character work.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the book’s content and character development.
- One review specifically highlights the unique magic system.
Mixed feedback
- Customer feedback reports mixed reactions to the plot.
Frequently asked questions
Is Spellbound the first book in the series?
No. It is Book 2 of The Spellwright Trilogy. The listing identifies Spellwright as the first book.
What is the book about?
Apprentice wizard Nicodemus is cursed to misspell magical texts and must oppose a demon’s plan to change language and destroy human life.
What Kindle reading features are listed?
The listing says Screen Reader support, enhanced typesetting, Word Wise and Page Flip are enabled. X-Ray is not enabled.
How long is the Kindle edition?
The listing gives a print length of 414 pages and a Kindle file size of 4.2 MB.
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