ARCHIVE – Kevin Sands

The Blackthorn Key (Gr. 4-7)

ARCHIVE – Kevin Sands

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Since escaping from university with a pair of degrees in theoretical physics, Kevin Sands has worked as a researcher, a business consultant and a teacher. He lives in Toronto, Ontario. The Blackthorn Key is his first novel.

The Blackthorn Key

Set in 1665 London, The Blackthorn Key tells of 14-year-old Christopher, an apprentice to a master apothecary, who learns the secrets of transforming simple ingredients into powerful medicines and weapons. Along with his best friend, Christopher must uncover the truth behind a mysterious cult, following a trail of puzzles, codes, pranks, and danger toward an unearthly secret with the power to tear the world apart.

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