First published 2004
When the mercenary squirrel Rakkety Tam stumbles upon Redwall Abbey, he's drawn into a high-stakes battle against the fearsome wolverine Gulo, who seeks a powerful relic called the Walking Stone. As Gulo lays siege to the Abbey, Rakkety Tam must team up with the Abbey's brave defenders to stop the vicious beast-eater and protect their home. In the thrilling climax, a new champion emerges to wield the legendary sword of Martin and save the day.
Genres: fiction, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, unlikely-heroes
Setting: Redwall Abbey
Paperback · Puffin