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Libellus de Numeros Magicae Mathematica Book 1 edition by Jim West Children eBooks

This is not your typical young adult fantasy book. Alex is an intelligent teenager and it’s obvious from the beginning of the book that she’s special. Not only is she a strong and brave character, but she exhibits relatable weaknesses, like being head strong and hot tempered. Her personal growth throughout the book is well paced, making her an excellent role model for other young adults.

Another brilliant aspect of West’s story is the use of disabled characters, Maya and Mada. Not only are they strong and heroic characters, but their disabilities aren’t a factor. Just because they’re different does not mean that they don’t play an important role. They’re unique and special, just as Alex is. Their heroism is heartwarming and admirable.

There’s also something to be said for the Guardians mirroring today’s armed forces. So often orders come down on a “need to know” basis and therefore aren’t to be questioned. Many times those orders are followed with blind trust that it’s all for the greater good. Unfortunately, situations are never quite that black and white and West does an excellent job of shedding light on that concept with his use of the character Dakon.

I love the use and explanation of magic that West uses. I have never read another fantasy work that explains it quite as he does. While definitely intriguing, it also gives it a sense of realism that connects you to the story and makes you forget that you’re reading instead of experiencing it firsthand.

In my adolescent literature studies, the number one rule that has been hammered into my brain is that the youth must always return home. I’m very anxious to see where West takes Alex’s story. As you read the last page, it’s very obvious that there is much more to the story than could be included in one book.


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Libellus de Numeros Magicae Mathematica Book 1 edition by Jim West Children eBooks Reviews

In Jim West's novel "Libellus de Numeros" there exists a realm where Latin and Math are magic. Alexandria, Alex, is a head strong girl with two incredibly smart parents who are rarely around. Her father's work requires that they travel around a fair bit, a fact that prevents Alex from developing and maintaining strong ties, but the worst part is that her father is often gone. This last move was supposed to enable him to take more time off - but it hasn't, a fact that breaks her heart even as she pretends she doesn't care.
It's with this heavy heart that Alex turns away from her dad when he drops her off at school, pretending it doesn't hurt that he is going to leave again. Emotions high, she stumbles upon Jason, the school bully, picking on another student, a blind boy who is doing a remarkable job of defending himself and standing up to them. Unfortunately, there are a few surrounding him - and he doesn't stand much of a chance. Unable to look away or stop herself, Alex intervenes, quickly earning her own bullying as they shove her into a closet, knocking her over and down as the bullies do so. Her head hits the ground and she blacks out. When she awakens, she is not in the closet anymore. Before her is a strange land with an even stranger old man mumbling. He says his name is Archimedes and they had to move quickly before the sun went down!
So begins an epic journey the likes of which Alex could never have imagined - thank goodness her mother taught her some Latin! She encounters the Guardian Army, a council that refuses to let women speak and more power in her heart than she knew. She grows and grows up in this epic tale, learning that disabilities should not hold you back and what it means to really be.... Alex. This is a wonderful story with a strong female lead, perfect for Young Adults and grownups alike.
As I still haven't finished reading this book, there are a few parallels that I'd like to draw attention to, which I believe might help any potential buyer understand, first off, the importance of this subject and, secondly, why this book (and therefore the series as it unfolds) should be considered to become a mainstay in any modern day household.

I'm calling this book a modern day classic mainly because of the need for strong mathematics skills in the modern day, which will only become stronger as technology (aka computers), over time, progresses. While the focus of this book is mainly on mathematics, it is interwoven into a tale, which I believe could be compared with the likes of Tom Sawyer at its time. Lofty comparison? Perhaps. But not when one considers the times of both books, as well as their respective audiences and the social economic times in which they exist(ed). Also, as I read through this book, I also can't help but remember the comments made by Bill Gates in regards to mathematics, and therefore also engineering, where he stated;

"America's young people must come to see science and math degrees as key to opportunity. If we fail at this, we won't be able to compete in the global economy." Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates testimony before the Senate

Gates also called on lawmakers to give more resources and attention to improving the teaching of math and science -- knowledge essential to many of today's jobs. Bill Gates Pushes For Better Schools
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I found this book to be an enjoyable way of introducing what is largely considered to be a rather dry and frightful topic for both young and old, alike. I would suggest that if one was interested in helping to put their kid(s) on the road to success, it would best be accomplished in a way that would make the topic of mathematics both enjoyable, as well as memorable. I believe that this book has both of these characteristics and will only grow as the series unfolds.

As a matter of fact, it is my intent to use this series to assist with introducing my three children to the world of mathematics and all of the challenges that this particular subject encompasses. I believe that, by making it enjoyable, it will help to keep this topic alive, active, and more importantly enjoyable (and therefore less frightening) in their minds both consciously, and more importantly subconsciously.

I believe that it is just simply a way of assisting with conquering the somewhat epic universal fear of mathematics, by placing it in a context that makes it all the more endearing.
This is not your typical young adult fantasy book. Alex is an intelligent teenager and it’s obvious from the beginning of the book that she’s special. Not only is she a strong and brave character, but she exhibits relatable weaknesses, like being head strong and hot tempered. Her personal growth throughout the book is well paced, making her an excellent role model for other young adults.

Another brilliant aspect of West’s story is the use of disabled characters, Maya and Mada. Not only are they strong and heroic characters, but their disabilities aren’t a factor. Just because they’re different does not mean that they don’t play an important role. They’re unique and special, just as Alex is. Their heroism is heartwarming and admirable.

There’s also something to be said for the Guardians mirroring today’s armed forces. So often orders come down on a “need to know” basis and therefore aren’t to be questioned. Many times those orders are followed with blind trust that it’s all for the greater good. Unfortunately, situations are never quite that black and white and West does an excellent job of shedding light on that concept with his use of the character Dakon.

I love the use and explanation of magic that West uses. I have never read another fantasy work that explains it quite as he does. While definitely intriguing, it also gives it a sense of realism that connects you to the story and makes you forget that you’re reading instead of experiencing it firsthand.

In my adolescent literature studies, the number one rule that has been hammered into my brain is that the youth must always return home. I’m very anxious to see where West takes Alex’s story. As you read the last page, it’s very obvious that there is much more to the story than could be included in one book.