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Synopsis
#1 New York Times bestselling author John Flanagan returns to the world of Ranger's Apprentice, continuing the story arc that began in The Royal Ranger: A New Beginning, starring fan favorites Will and Maddie. 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 her role as a princess of the realm 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? Internationally 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!
Is The Red Fox Clan appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A middle grade fantasy adventure featuring archery, ranger training, and political intrigue with masked anarchists threatening the throne. Action-oriented with mild fantasy violence appropriate for the age group.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Young readers who love undercover heroes, archery, and castle adventures will enjoy following Maddie as she balances her secret ranger training with her royal duties while facing a mysterious masked threat.