The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel Boxed Set (3-Book) Paperback – Box set, September 28, 2010

My sons - ages 8 and 10 when they read these books - loved these books. This set was purchased as a gift for another child who loves to read because my kids wouldn't let go of their copies.My kids tell me that these books had wonderful plots and were written in a way that held their interestSummary from my kids: There are a pair of twins who are the most powerful people ever. One is destined to save the world and the other is destined to destroy an ancient world - the "bad" world. Nicholas Flamel and his wife are looking for these twins their entire life and are guarding the codex which has the knowledge to destroy the world or save the world. Magic, sorcery are the main themes. Appropriate for kids above age 9 or 10 in general, possibly younger if they are good readers. Excellent tween level writing. Certainly gripping for my kids.This is just the first part of the series - there is another set of three books that follow.Highly recommended.

Great book collection

Good concept. Had a brother recommend it.

It's tough to find suitable books for a younger kid who reads at a high level - books tend to get all boyfriend/girlfriend-y or just themes that are way way too dark (think end of 4th Harry Potter book and onward). This series definitely does have some killing, but it's not crazy horrible or super evil, and it revolves around the twin relationship, not any sort of girlfriend/boyfriend stuff. I also liked that the author explained the 'factual basis' at the end of the first book. I've enjoyed it as much as my nine year old has, and I don't feel bad about letting him read it. (He's still begging me to read Harry Potter 5-7, but he's at least mildly appeased for the moment... :)

can get a little dense in some parts but overall an enjoyable read

Great quality

I gave this to my neighbors daughter for her12th birthday. She reported back that is the best series she has read. Highly recommended from her.

I got this trilogy for a gift, and realized later (when I friend noticed) that I was going to be wrapping duplicate books. (I have the 6-book complete series, too, and I did end up returning this trilogy, but he’s read them - from the 6-book set). He did enjoy them, though!