The Bronze Key by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare
Synopsis:
Students at the Magisterium are supposed to be safe. Under the watchful eyes of the mages, they are taught to use magic to bring order to a chaotic world.
But now the chaos is fighting back.
Call, Tamara, and Aaron should be worrying about things like pop quizzes and magic contests. Instead, after the shocking death of one of their classmates, they must track down a sinister killer… and risk their own lives in the process. As Call, Tamara, and Aaron discover, magic can only be as good as the person who wields it. In evil hands, it has the capacity to do immeasurable harm, unless it is stopped in time.
Review:
When it’s clear that someone is trying to kill Call, another student is murdered to cover the trail. And Call, Aaron, and Tamara take it upon themselves to investigate, as they don’t quite trust their authority figures.
The Bronze Key third installment in the Magisterium series. It’s a unique fantasy series for youth. Though it’s easy to compare to the feel of other series such as Harry Potter, because it’s set at a magical school. However, there is plenty that sets this story apart, the major difference being that the main character thinks he may become evil. The characters are engaging and the story is exciting and builds in each installment. Full of suspense, drama, and humor – the story is a wild ride that builds to a shocking ending.