The Wheelwright's Apprentice by James Burnett

The brutal and deadly destruction of his remote village awakens hidden magical powers in young Wilson, and forces him on a quest to seek his destiny in a vast and turbulent kingdom ruled by The Count. This magical adept controls his empire with an iron fist but a benevolent heart. He manipulates Wilson like a pawn on a giant chessboard to further his Machiavellian goals. Can Wilson survive these machinations and learn ton control his strange newfound powers? Can he use his talent to help the people he comes to love and cherish? Will the Count's long game prove fatal for this apprentice magician and healer? An epic tale of power, deceit, greed and filial treachery that will have you turning the pages as you follow his quest to its shocking, but inevitable conclusion.