Magestrium - The Iron Trial

The Iron Trial is the first book in the Magisterium series, co-authored by Holly Black and Cassandra Clare. The story follows twelve-year-old Callum Hunt, who has been raised by his father to avoid magic at all costs. Despite his efforts to fail the Iron Trial—a test to determine eligibility for magical training—Call is selected to attend the Magisterium, an underground school for mages. There, he discovers that magic is more dangerous and complex than he ever imagined, and his own connection to it may be more profound than he realizes.

Key Features:

• Genre: Children's Fantasy

• Themes: Magic, Friendship, Identity, Good vs. Evil

• Writing Style: Engaging narrative with a blend of suspense and humor

• Illustrations: Includes illustrations by Scott Fischer

• Series: First book in the Magisterium series, followed by The Copper Gauntlet, The Bronze Key, The Silver Mask, and The Golden Tower