Scepter of the Ancients (Skulduggery Pleasant, #1)

by Derek Landy

he had the disquieting habit of insulting people without realizing it, then laughing at their shock.

There are three names for everyone. The name you’re born with, the name you’re given, and the name you take. Everyone, no matter who they are, is born with a name. You were born with a name.