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I picked up this books mainly on the aesthetic value the cover had. The other reason I was so keen on reading this book was because its summary talked about the seventh son of the seventh son (I've always like this superstition). Sadly, when I actually got to reading the book, I was incredibly disappointed.

First of, absolutely none of the characters are lovable - or eve likable. I didn't get attached with any of the characters because they all seemed extremely annoying (especially that dog, Maxie.)

Secondly, the supposed twist was very predictable. Not even a quarter a way into the book and you'll have already found out who Septimus is (suprise, suprise.)

Third, is that the authors writing isn't captivating at all. No where in the book have I felt the need to go on reading. The only reason I continued until the end was because I don't like the idea of leaving a book unfinished (except for Twilight because that book was too horrible to continue.)

Fourth, I hate the creatures Sage created/portrayed. This is pretty much personal preference. I hate rats, seals, and bugs. Just so happens, this book contains all three. I absolutely hate how the Boggart was described. But then, that's probably only because I had something to compare her description with (The Last Apprentice's boggarts are my favorite.)

Fifth, the story itself is kind of... meh. It wasn't worth reading 500+ pages for.

If you want to get into some serious reading with captivating characters, impressive story line, magical(not magykal)creatures, and grand adventures... this is definitely not the book for you. But if you're looking for a time waster while you're waiting for your next appointment, I guess this book will do the trick.

I wouldn't consider myself a fast reader, I pretty much read on a normal speed. This book though, took me much much longer to finish than usual.(3 weeks) I kept putting it off. It just wasn't my kind of book...

Oh well, I'm desperately hoping the series gets better. I'm going to start on Flyte now...