The Silver Mask

Reviewed by: Sheila Dube - Springvale Public Library, Springvale, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: April 8, 2018

Review

This is the fourth installment in the dark fantasy collaborative series by Black and Claire. This is not a stand-alone title due to the dual identity of the main character that underlies the story's action and the various character's motives. Callum is in prison and is broken out by a surprising cast of characters who each have different plans for extorting his power and his destiny. New relationships blossom in the Magisterium students group and Aaron is tragically brought back from the dead with devastating results. All the action takes place outside of the school. Fans of the series will want this installment, as it answers some question about Callum's relationships and extends the action of the student group into the future with another cliff-hanger ending. Suggest the series to readers looking for magic in a school setting.

Overall Book Score: good