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“A race to keep a device that destroys universes out of his ruthless mother’s clutches leads young time bender Antares de la Vega into narrow scrapes galore. Mysterious clues about the location of an ancient superweapon send the South Florida teen into more of the magical, mythical Rymworld’s exotic realms, from the deadly Wytch Isles to the aptly named Forbidden Tundrå. …A rousing sequel, taking licks at romantic quandaries, family issues, and…other things.”

– Kirkus Reviews

The Secret of Matter (Rymworld Arcana #2)

Written by Ryan Calejo
Illustrated by Julia Iredale
Published by Amulet Books

After wielding time itself to save the Rym, Antares and Magdavellía return to Agartha as heroes. But peace is short-lived. As a mystic-led sneak attack plunges the Rym into chaos, they once again find themselves in a world on the brink of doom.

Their only hope is a forgotten alchemyst map that supposedly leads to the Elementals—powerful Ancient Astronaut substances that, when combined, create the ultimate instrument of destruction.

Antares and Magdavellía will have to race against old and new enemies to secure the Elementals, even as a traitor in their midst plots their long-awaited revenge against the empress.

But every step they take toward the forging of the ancient weapon brings them one step closer to uncovering a horrible secret from Magdavellía’s past—a secret that could bring down her throne.

Check out Book #1 in the Rymworld Arcana, The Shape of Time.

Primary ISBN: 9781419759901
Publication Date: January 2025
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Middle Grade, Age 08 or older

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