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Lost Books series.
Using his dead master's credentials, apprentice librarian Alex becomes the royal librarian. After a book tries to kill him, Alex realizes books are alive and have magical powers. Assisted by the young queen, Alex races to uncover why the books have turned deadly. Though the villain is a caricature, those looking for a mystery with plenty of fantasy adventure will be entertained.