A really great example of modern fiction written for young people As expected the author puts together another great storyline and further develops the characters throughout the book.
Despite it being presented as a 'Young Adult' reading level book, for a 'well read' reader of Sci Fi and contemporary Fantasy it is a thoroughly enjoyable read and addition to the series.
Looking for to the continued story in the next book,New York Times bestselling author John Flanagan returns to the world of Ranger's Apprentice, continuing the story arc starring fan favorites, Will and Maddie The Royal Ranger: A New Beginning.
Picking up where The Royal Ranger: A New Beginning left off, this next installment continues the story arc featuring young apprentice, Maddie, and the student turned
master, Will Treaty.
The time has come for the next generation to assume the mantle and become protectors of the kingdom of Araluen.
After passing her third year assessment as a ranger's apprentice, Maddie is called home to Castle Araluen, Forced to keep her ranger training a secret, Maddie feels trapped by the monotony of castle life and longs to find a way out.
But there are whisperings of a new threat to the kingdom, The mysterious Red Fox Clan, a group of anarchists all donning fox masks, have threatened Castle Araluen and question Princess Cassandra and Madelyn's succession to the throne.
Will they succeed in unseating Cassandra and Madelyn and take the throne for themselves
Bestselling author of the Ranger's Apprentice and Brotherband series, John Flanagan returns in the captivating follow up to The Royal Ranger: A New Beginning.
Perfect for fans of Tolkien, Redwall, and Game of Thrones! A great read but why in paperback and not on Kindle
John Flanagan grew up in Sydney, Australia hoping to be a writer.
It wasnt until he wrote a highly uncomplimentary poem about a senior executive at the agency he worked, however, that his talent was revealed.
It turned out one of the company directors agreed with Johns assessment of the executive, and happily agreed to train John in copywriting.
After writing advertising copy for the next two decades, John teamed with an old friend to develop a television sitcom, Hey Dad!, which went on to air for eight years.
John began writing Rangers Apprentice for his son, Michael, ten years ago, and is still hard at work on the series.
He currently lives in the suburb of Manly, Australia, with his wife, In addition to their son, they have two grown daughters and four grandsons,