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The Sorcerer of the North: Book Five (Ranger's Apprentice) |  | Author: John Flanagan
Publisher: Puffin
Category: Book
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Rating:  34 reviews
Sales Rank: 1660
Media: Paperback
Edition: Reprint
Reading Level: Young Adult
Pages: 320
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5 x 1
ISBN: 0142414298
EAN: 9780142414293
ASIN: 0142414298
Publication Date: June 25, 2009
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Several years have passed since the apprentice and his master, Will and Halt, first met, and Will is finally a full-fledged Ranger with his own fief to look after. The fief seems sleepyboring, evenuntil Lord Syron, master of a castle far in the north, is struck down by a mysterious illness. Joined by his friend Alyss, Will is suddenly thrown headfirst into an extraordinary adventure, investigating fears of sorcery and trying to determine who is loyal to Lord Syron. As Will battles growing hysteria, traitors, and most of all, time, Alyss is taken hostage, and Will is forced to make a desperate choice between his mission and his friend.
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 34
 half a book October 12, 2009
Liza Levy (Paris, KY USA)
Readable and enjoyable, slthough a little obvious at times. My main complaint is that nothing was resolved. You have to buy the next book to see how it comes out (similar to books 3 and 4).
 Another hit! October 6, 2009
Aunty Karyn (St. George, UT)
I can't say in words how much I love this series! Will is at it again, saving the kingdom from eminent danger! A great read, it will speed by you!
 Weak September 25, 2009
claire bright (AL, USA)
I thought the this book was weak compared to the others. I wouldn't spend money on it. Go to the library and check it out and then buy book 6.
The Rumored Sorcerer August 18, 2009
Arthur W. Jordin (Smyrna, GA USA)
The Sorcerer of the North (2008) is the fifth fantasy novel in the Ranger's Apprentice series, following The Battle for Skandia. In the previous volume, Will and his friends helped the Skandians to defend against the Temujai invaders. When they arrived back in Araluen, King Duncan was very pleased for the return of his daughter. Horace was knighted, Halt was officially reinstated, and Will gained the surname of Treaty.
In this novel, Will Treaty is now a full-fledged Ranger with a bit a fame for his accomplishments. He is assigned to a fief in Southeastern Araluen. On the way there, he acquires an abused dog with a large cut in her side.
Erak is now the Oberjarl of Skandia and Will's friend. He had brought Will and Evanlyn to Skandia as slaves, but helped them to escape. Then they had all fought together against the Temujai.
Halt is a full Ranger, dangerous and feared. He had been Will's mentor before Will was promoted.
Alyss is also a former ward of the barony like Will. Now she is a Diplomatic Courier, working for Lady Pauline.
In this story, Will arrives in Seacliff Fief with Tug and the dog. As he rides through the village, he notices a green-eyed young woman watching him. He reaches the Ranger's quarters and takes the young border shepherd into the cabin.
While Will settles the dog near the hearth, he notices the neatness of the cabin and the lit fire. Then he meets the housekeeper -- Edwina -- and willingly accepts her services. Later, the green-eyed girl -- Edwina's daughter Delia -- brings him a very savory stew for his supper.
Will soon meets Baron Ergell and the Battlemaster, Sir Norris of Rook. Both the Baron and the Battlemaster seem to be friendly, but Will has to avoid a few political traps. Over the next few weeks, however, Will finds the household troops of the barony to lack training and practice. He is going to have to report their deficiencies in his next report.
Then the wolfship arrives. Will knows that the local forces would not be sufficient to turn back the raiders, so he devises an alternative. He goes to meet the skirl leading the Skandians. Of course, it helps considerably that he is a friend of Erak.
This tale takes Will and Alyss north to the border with the Scotti. The lord of Macindaw fortress has become ill and rumor says that the illness was caused by sorcery. Halt tells Will that almost every case attributed to sorcery can be explained by other causes, but at least one percent might be true sorcery.
This novel leaves many unresolved problems. The next volume in the series is The Siege of Macindaw. Read and enjoy!
Highly recommended for Flanagan fans and for anyone else who enjoys tales of high adventure, dastardly deceptions, and clever youngsters.
-Arthur W. Jordin
great book July 7, 2009
i very much enjoyed this books and like the other ranger books it was a great writing if you have not read the other ranger books there a great read
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