Part of Ranger's Apprentice, book 9
First published 2014
Will's mentor Halt collapses when a poisoned arrow strikes him during an ambush by the Outsiders. The deadly cult has traveled across kingdoms, stealing from innocent people through elaborate cons. Now their assassins have wounded the legendary Ranger with venom that spreads through his body. Will knows only one person can save Halt's life: Malkallam the Sorcerer. He must find this mysterious figure before the poison kills his teacher. Will pushes himself through day and night, desperate to reach the sorcerer in time. The clock ticks as Halt grows weaker. Will faces his greatest test as a Ranger, fighting not just enemies but time itself to save the man who taught him everything.
Genres: fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
416 pages · Paperback · Puffin Books