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This Dark Endeavour (with Bonus Material)

The Apprenticeship of Victor Frankenstein

Kenneth Oppel

Ages 11–16

Readers rate it 3.0 (1 on Hardcover)

274 pages · Released Jul 31, 2012

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This is a young adult prequel to Frankenstein that frames Victor's origin as a coming-of-age adventure driven by his desire to save his twin brother. The story contains some dark alchemy, morally ambiguous choices, and supernatural danger, but violence is not graphic and remains relatively restrained. Themes about the cost of ambition and the boundaries of science may resonate with older middle-grade and teen readers, though the emotional stakes and moral complexity suit ages 11+.

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WITH BONUS MATERIAL: Pages from Victor Frankenstein's sketchbook and an excerpt from the upcoming sequel, Such Wicked Intent, available August 2012. Victor Frankenstein leads a charmed life. He and his twin brother, Konrad, and their beautiful cousin Elizabeth take lessons at home and spend their spare time fencing and... WITH BONUS MATERIAL: Pages from Victor Frankenstein's sketchbook and an excerpt from the upcoming sequel, Such Wicked Intent, available August 2012. Victor Frankenstein leads a charmed life. He and his twin brother, Konrad, and their beautiful cousin Elizabeth take lessons at home and spend their spare time fencing and horseback riding. Along with their friend Henry, they have explored all the hidden passageways and secret rooms of the palatial Frankenstein chateau. Except one. The Dark Library contains ancient tomes written in strange languages, and filled with forbidden knowledge. Their father makes them promise never to visit the library again, but when Konrad becomes deathly ill, Victor knows he must find the book that contains the recipe for the legendary Elixir of Life. The elixir needs only three ingredients. But impossible odds, dangerous alchemy and a bitter love triangle threaten their quest at every turn. Victor knows he must not fail. But his success depends on how far he is willing to push the boundaries of nature, science and love—and how much he is willing to sacrifice.

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  • Juvenile Fiction
  • Frankenstein
  • Victor (Fictitious character)
  • Adventure
  • Science Fiction
  • Fiction
  • Young Adult
  • History
  • Fantasy
  • Classics

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