I really enjoyed this and read it very quickly. With a few different magical systems through the story and a gripping plot throughout I couldn't put this down. I found it a very interesting take on dyslexia (or cacography as it is called), and highlights the difficulties in coming to terms with such a disability particularly when you're all about writing. I'm excited to read the next in the series and find out what happens!! Nicodemus is a spellwright--a wizard who creates magic through language. He has dyslexia and is condemned to a life without respect or success. But, when golems, druids, demons and gods appear, he might be capable of more than everyone thinks. I enjoyed this story and the interesting world of overlapping societies and battling factions, and I like that the author (who has dyslexia) tried to create an inspiring hero for dyslexic kids. However, I think his plan might have backfired because he focuses SO MUCH on Nico's "retardation" (as he calls it repeatedly). I have a learning disability. I don't think about it all the time. I hope that every person that meets me doesn't first think of my dyscalculia and how I am going to fail because of it. I've gotten the second book and hope there is more focus on the story than one character's limitations.
What do You think about Spellwright (2010)?
hmmm... maybe a recommendation for people with dyslexia and those around them??
—camille
Readable but not awesome. It had an interesting premise and a clever title.
—kavdic
