Essentially The Ruins of Gorlan is a coming of age novel for Will as we witness him living through his fears and finding his strengths. The descriptions of the world are rich and full, and the characters are engaging. Even though this novel is not original in its theme and structure it is well written and very accessible. Ranger’s Apprentice: The Ruins of Gorlan will feel familiar to anyone who has read fantasy, and is a great book for pre-teens to be introduced to the fantasy genre. Will doesn’t even know what the Rangers really do for the Kingdom, but it remains is only option. Much to Will’s surprise the letter states that Halt is willing to take Will on as his apprentice. Even though Will knows it is dangerous, he decides he must know what is in that letter and sneaks into the Baron’s office only to be caught by the Ranger, Halt. Will is devastated when he is rejected by the Battleschool master, Sir Rodney, and a mysterious letter has been left with Baron Arald which will decide his future. Finally, Alyss, has the naturally calm demeanor of a diplomat and will most certainly be taken on by the Lady Pauline. George, who is naturally gifted with words, seems to inevitably be destined for Scribeschool. Jenny has already developed some skills in the kitchen and it seems she will be able to be apprenticed to the master cook. Horace, who is large seems to be a natural for Battleschool. Will has dreamed of being a knight to follow in his father’s footsteps, who he knows died bravely in the war. Morgarath has been assembling an army of monsters while in exile.Ĭhoosing Day was fast approaching, when the orphans under the Baron’s care would have the opportunity to be accepted as an apprentice. Morgarath has been exiled to the Mountains of Rain and Night for attempting to usurp the new King Duncan’s power when the old king died. Book Review : Ranger’s Apprentice : The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan

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