The Silver Dwarf (Royal Institute of Magic #4)

I was just beginning to read The Siver Dwarf, and enjoying it just as much as the previous three books when I received an email from Tara, Victor’s wife. Sadly, on November 5, 2016 he passed on. Being part of an email list, I can only imagine the shock and sorrow felt for this great writer, his family and close friends. He will be missed by all. He was in the middle of his final book six when he passed away after a long fight.

I truly believe the world has lost a great writer, very much in the mold of J.R.R Tolkien, Terry Brooks and J.K. Rowling for just a few. The best thing you can do is to keep buying and enjoying his works, telling others about them or giving them as gifts. I can only believe that some day his daughter may grow to know and understand her father through his writing. I can’t help but think he created this wonderful world in his books in part for her.

And of course, if you haven’t tried this series of The Royal Institute of Magic, please, please give them a try. They really are a great story which Mr. Kloss was so brave in trying to finish. From what his wife says, they will be getting a great writer ( much in the same spirit ) to finish his last book. Mr. Kloss left notes and guidelines for this purpose I believe. Personally, I will miss his stories as well as his personal contact with his fans. He was great about that. It’s amazing that he found time for that with all he was going through. He will be missed.

I raised 5 children (and was a teachers aide) and I made it a practice to read what they had been assigned in school, along with borrowing the favorite books from my kids who liked to read and finding books that might spark some interest in those who didn’t enjoy it. Then we would read together and talk about the books. That is how I discovered that there are some amazing young adult and “tween” authors out there. My kids are grown, but I am still reading books for every age group. I stumbled upon this series and absolutely love it. I think it would be enjoyed equally by boys and girls. I loved the Harry Potter books, but they were terribly long for kids (& adults) who weren’t that “into” reading. I think these would appeal to anyone who like a great fast-paced story with a lot of depth (I feel like I know these characters!) without lengthy, supremely boring descriptions of a flower field or a character’s deepest darkest memories from birth on. They’re just fun, exciting and a great read. What more could you ask for.

I’m enjoying this series and this book adds a deeper dimension to the fight and the characters as they mature. I understand the comparisons to the Harry Potter series, but even though there are similar issues, they are very different in the way they are handled and the way in which they originated, so I can overlook those similarities. I like the characters and find the story compelling enough to keep me reading! The writing is good, but not epic, but written as any good storyteller would write. I like it. The books are not wrought with meaning or for those who only read deep, dramatic tales. But if you’re looking for a nice distraction from your day, like a little adventure but not graphic violence, you just might enjoy this series. And it is a series, so you’ll need to start at the beginning. The Silver Dwarf is the 4th book.

Just finished, knew I should have brought the last book with me now I must wait a couple hours to start it.
These books are great. A few swear words. The Lords name in vain a couple time, which is always a disappointment.
The story line is great. Characters are fun. There are people to love,People to hate. Relationships changing and developing. I still think Aaron is up to something. He must be Evil some how.
These are fun for most ages.

I’ve written positive reviews for the other books in this series and again, I really enjoyed this one as well! Mr. Kloss gives the feel of his characters, their lives and environs in a convincing manner, with the details in place that make it believable. In this installment, Ben and Charlie go to new and crazy places, and collect new friends and enemies. We are still waiting on word from Ben’s parents, although the plot continues to leave hints about their whereabouts and situation. I did not like the mini cliffhanger at the end, and would have liked some resolution regarding the Aaron situation, specifically a turd in the face 😉 also the prep for the game and the time spent o thinking about it, working towards it, and actually playing it, detracted from the whole storyline for me. But in short, book four, like those before it, is a terrific kidventure and a great read for all ages!

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