Ghost in the Crystal

Growing up magical is hard at School of the Ages, America's greatest magic school. When thirteen-year-old Simon invites the South Wind to his door, he opens the door to a world of magic that is both exciting and frightening. When an angry ghost begins whispering in his ear, offering him power in trade for service, Simon's friendships, loves, and even life are put at risk. As he struggles to learn from his mentor, the stern Dr. Solomon Archer, can Simon join with tart-tongued British partner Goldberry, elemental-summoning roommate Robbie, mysterious and lovely sweetheart Leah, and brooding, menacing Mermelstein in ancient Alexandria, Egypt to overcome the challenge of.. The Ghost in the Crystal? Read about love, magical duels, ghosts and elemental spirits, time travel, real places and events in New York, and ultimate tragedy. Growing up magical is hard - and you won't want to stop!The Ghost in the Crystal is the first book in the five book School of the Ages series.