Part of Ranger's Apprentice, book 13
First published 2018
Maddie has completed her third year as a ranger apprentice, but Castle Araluen calls her home. She must hide her training and endure the dull routines of court life. The castle feels like a prison after the freedom of ranger work. Meanwhile, a dangerous group called the Red Fox Clan emerges to challenge the kingdom. These masked anarchists wear fox faces and target Princess Cassandra and Madelyn's right to rule. They plot to overthrow the rightful heirs and seize power for themselves. Will Treaty, once an apprentice himself, now serves as Maddie's mentor as they face this new enemy. The next generation of rangers must step forward to defend Araluen. Maddie struggles between her royal duties and her calling as a protector of the realm.
Genres: fiction, adventure, mystery, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Castle Araluen, Araluen
352 pages · Hardcover · Viking Books for Young Readers