Unofficial Detective: The Mage Apprentice

Half-Wizard Thordric, Book 1

By: Kathryn Wells

Narrated by: Morgan Keller

For his whole life, Thordric has been told that his magic is dangerous, and that he must never use it.

All over Dinia, half-wizards are treated the same, their magic labelled as dangerous and uncontrollable. But when High Wizard Kalljard dies under mysterious circumstances, it falls to young Thordric to solve the case.

The only trouble? The deed was done by magic, and though Thordric is a half-wizard, he has never fully used his powers. To prove himself right and find the person responsible, Thordric has to learn how to control his own powers.

But can he learn fast enough, and find the perpetrator in time?

©2017 Kathryn Wells (P)2019 Kathryn Wells

finding his worth

A half wizard has no value in a world of magic, but when the high wizard is killed the inspector is forced to set aside his jaffa cakes and rely on his newest detective. Fun coming of age story and an interesting new world. I was given a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Enjoyable magical mystery

The story is reminiscent of Harry Potter meets Encyclopedia Brown. It was an enjoyable listen with excellent narration. Magic in the story is used more as a tool while the plot focuses more on solving the mystery of a political murder. It would be an worthwhile addition to any middle school children's (and older) reading list and would provide an opportunity for discussion on the injustices that can result from allowing biases due to differences to exist as half-wizards are treated as sub-class citizens despite possessing formidable abilities.

Disclaimer: I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Not bad

This story was interesting. I found the material well written I just wish the narrator hadn’t had such a start and stop style of reading.

I was given the book by the author for an honest review.

Wow!

Phenomenal story and narration that brings it to life!


This one was one of the best stories that I have enjoyed in a while! Lovable characters that you can empathize with and a story that grabs you and doesn't let go. I have to have more from this author.

You wont regret picking this one up - well worth a credit.

Great Pacing!

I received this audiobook free at my request, and am leaving this review voluntarily.

Unofficial Detective, Book 1 is a fantasy/mystery story that is pretty captivating. I feel like this is something that my middle school boys would really love listening to/reading. The pacing of the story is great, and it feels like it just speeds by as you get drawn in by the story. I found the narration by Morgan Keller to be quite entertaining. Overall, 5 stars! Looking forward to book 2.