Submitted by McKenzie Smith  (Aug 17, 2001)Browsing my local Barnes and Nobles', I found The Glasswrights' Apprentice. I picked it up for lack of anything more interesting to read, and was hooked from the start. The book tells an intriguing story of Rani Trader, a 13 year old girl in a world dominated by the caste system. Her family has payed dearly to have her apprenticed to the prestigious Glasswrights' Guild, a step up in caste. However, almost immediately, Rani is unwittingly caught up in an assassination plot, and branded a traitor to the crown. She must avoid capture many times, trying to find the people responsible for the Crown Prince's murder. As she searches, she is caught up in several conflicting loyalties, not knowing who to trust... The Glasswrights' Apprentice tells a fascinating tale of a believable character -- one who is struggling to find out what's truly going on, and to act on it once she does. Any fantasy fan would enjoy this wonderful book!
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