The Hound of Rowan

While visiting an art museum, twelve-year-old Max McDaniels sees a vision of a mysterious tapestry. He learns that he is of the “old blood”—he carries the “old magic” inside him. Max becomes a student at Rowan Academy, an exclusive boarding school for children with abilities like his. He discovers a new world of magical creatures and new surprises. However, not everything is perfect, and Max’s resentment of the bully Alex soon earns him an enemy.
Even worse, Max also learns about the fight against Astaroth, an evil being determined to dominate the world. Astaroth and his minions are causing the disappearances of priceless artwork and of gifted children…like Max. Someone at the academy is secretly on Astaroth’s side and is betraying the students. Max will have to pick a side in this ancient struggle between good and evil. But if he decides to fight against evil, will he be the next victim? by Mackin Book Talk
If you like Harry Potter, you will like this book.