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Still far from home after escaping slavery in the icebound land of Skandia, young Will and Evanlynas plans to return to Araluen are spoiled when Evanlyn is taken captive. Though still weak, Will employs his Ranger training to locate his friend but soon finds himself fatally outnumbered. Will is certain death is close at hand, until Halt and Horace make a daring last-minute rescue. But their reunion is cut short by the horrifying discovery that Skandiaas borders have been breached by the Temujai armyaand Araluen is next in their sights. Only an unlikely union can save the two kingdoms, but can it hold long enough to vanquish a ruthless new enemy?

"The story plunges forward with irresistible narrative drive toward the climactic battle scene. Even readers drawn to the series for its deftly drawn characters and setting may find themselves caught up in the action. A fine entry in the increasingly popular Ranger’s Apprentice series." (Booklist)

"Fans of the series will eagerly devour this one and wait impatiently for the next . . . A sure bet for fantasy fans." (School Library Journal)

"Flanagan expertly juggles the overall plot line . . . with a logically constructed campaign that culminates in a hard, suspenseful battle." (Kirkus (starred review))