Victor and Konrad, twins, are very different in personality. Victor is harsher, far more passionate, and has a cruel streak; Konrad is more peaceful and has a "cooler" personality. Victor, finding some secrets his father had hidden, begins to dabble in alchemy.
Elizabeth, a very distant cousin to the twins, soon becomes both of their love interest...and brings about trouble between the formerly friendly brothers. Elizabeth is no shrinking violet, she is quite brave and clever. It is easy to see why the two boys would be attracted to her.
For the majority of the story, the three main characters are a happy threesome...until Konrad is stricken ill. Konrad's illness is serious; Victor is desperate to find a cure to help his brother. In his desperation, Victor does not make the best decisions. These decisions will come back to haunt him, but they make for a very interesting story.
THIS DARK ENDEAVOR is perfect for getting the boy or girl who refuses to read to take a chance. The events are fast- paced and very intriguing. The characters are easy to connect to. The ending will leave the reader dying for the next in the series.
Victor and Konrad are the twin brothers Frankenstein. They
are nearly inseparable. Growing up, their lives are filled
with imaginary adventures...until the day their adventures
turn all too real.
They stumble upon The Dark Library, and secret books of
alchemy and ancient remedies are discovered. Father forbids
that they ever enter the room again, but this only peaks
Victor's curiosity more. When Konrad falls gravely ill,
Victor is not be satisfied with the various doctors his
parents have called in to help. He is drawn back to The Dark
Library where he uncovers an ancient formula for the Elixir
of Life. Elizabeth, Henry, and Victor immediately set out to
find assistance in a man who was once known for his
alchemical works to help create the formula.
Determination and the unthinkable outcome of losing his
brother spur Victor on in the quest for the three
ingredients that will save Konrads life. After scaling the
highest trees in the Strumwald, diving into the deepest lake
caves, and sacrificing oneβs own body part, the three
fearless friends risk their lives to save another.
No excerpt available.
© 2003-2026