The Glasswrights’ Progress is the 2nd book in the Lost Guild series by Mindy L. Klasky. I don’t usually like fantasy, but I can get into this series, I love it.
The Glasswrights’ Progress picks up two years after the ending of the last book, when Rani Trader moves into the royal palace in the kingdom of Morenia. Feeling happy and secure for the first time in forever, 15-year-old Rani wants to rebuild her guild, which dissolved when the previous heir to the throne was assassinated. But Rani’s dreams are put on hold when she’s kidnapped by King Hal’s younger brother Bashi and taken to another land ruled by the very sick, twisted, and demented King Sin-Hazar.
As a prisoner, Rani learns the king is training a large army comprised of young children to overthrow Morenia. Rani convinces the army of children not to risk their lives to please such an evil and unforgiving king. She tells them a far better way of living is within reach.
Just as I hoped, The Glasswrights’ Progress is far more mature, intense, and horrifying than book #1 in this series, The Glasswrights’ Apprentice. The 1st book is told completely from Rani’s point of view, while this one is narrated by four different characters including Rani, King Hal, King Sin-Hazar, and Shea—an older woman who has raised and watched over many of the army children.
The Glasswrights’ Progress starts a bit slow but picks up and gets action-packed after some of the kids are subjected to violence. I also liked that there’s none of the “Touched” language in this book, so it won’t give you a headache. I really despise the broken speech patterns of the Touched language—it’s just too difficult to read and understand. Mair—Rani’s Touched friend—improves her language skills to reflect her high position in the kingdom. Therefore, the “Touched” language is no longer present. Hooray!
Other books by Mindy L. Klasky include:
- Girls’ Guide to Witchcraft
- The Glasswrights’ Apprentice
- The Glasswrights’ Journeyman
- The Glasswrights’ Test
What are your favorite books by Mindy L. Klasky?
Last Updated on December 8, 2025 by Sarah Ann
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