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In this sequel to Wandmaker, Henry, his sister Brianna, and his friend Serena train with other apprentices to be Wandmakers in a magical castle. They must master tough lessons, dangerous spells, and their own hormones to prepare for the inevitable confrontation with the evil Malachai. This quick-paced magical-school story's cast diversity unfortunately doesn't move far past stereotypes.