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6 1 y separately published work icon The Tournament at Gorlan John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2015 8764182 2015 single work novel young adult fantasy

'Before they became the most famous Ranger in the land and the hard-working Ranger Commandant, Halt and Crowley were young friends determined to change the world.

'The scheming Baron Morgarath is drawing other power-hungry knights and barons to his banner. King Oswald is wasting away and, if gossip can be believed, Prince Duncan is causing havoc in the north.

'Halt and Crowley set out to find the prince, uncover the truth, and re-form the weakened Ranger Corps. Once-loyal Rangers are scattered across the country, and it will take determination, skill, and leadership if they're to come together as one. Can the Rangers regain the trust of the Kingdom, or will the cunning Morgarath outwit them at every turn?' (Publication summary)
10 1 y separately published work icon Slaves of Socorro John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House , 2014 6865384 2014 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Hal and his fellow Herons have returned home to Skandia after defeating the pirate captain Zavac and reclaiming Skandia's most prized artifact, the Andomal. With their honor restored, the Herons turn to a new mission: tracking down an old rival turned bitter enemy. Tursgud—leader of the Shark Brotherband and Hal's constant opponent—has turned from a bullying youth into a pirate and slave trader. After Tursgud captures twelve Araluen villagers to sell as slaves, the Heron crew sails into action . . . with the help of one of Araluen's finest Rangers!

'In this fourth book in the Brotherband Chronicles, a new battle unfolds as old rivalries are renewed, peace treaties are put to the test, and the action builds to a pulse-pounding finale. Perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, T.H. White’s The Sword in the Stone, Christopher Paolini’s Eragon series, and George R. R. Martin’s Game of Thrones / A Song of Ice and Fire series.' (Publisher's blurb)
12 3 y separately published work icon The Lost Stories John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2011 Z1830368 2011 single work children's fiction children's Everyone knows the legends of the Rangers of Araluen. But no one has heard the whole story - until now. Has Halt told Will the truth about how Will became an orphan? Did Gilan track down Morgarath's lieutenant after the battle of Three Step Pass? Is there to be a royal wedding - or will tragedy strike first? (Libraries Australia)
12 7 y separately published work icon The Outcasts John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2011 Z1829251 2011 single work children's fiction children's adventure In Skandia, there is only one way to become a warrior. Boys are chosen for teams called brotherbands and must endure three months of gruelling training in seamanship, weapons and battle tactics. It's brotherband against brotherband, fighting it out in a series of challenges. There can be only one winner. When Hal Mikkelson finds himself the unwilling leader of a brotherband made up of outcasts, he must step up to the challenge. The Heron brotherband might not have the strength and numbers of the other two teams, but with inventiveness, ingenuity and courage on their side, they might just surprise everyone. (Publisher website).
13 3 y separately published work icon The Emperor of Nihon-Ja John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2010 Z1708506 2010 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Horace is missing. Months have passed since he was sent on a military mission to the court of the Emperor of Nihon-Jin but has failed to return. Evanlyn is worried, and in company with Will and Alyss, she sets out to discover what has become of their old friend.

'They find that Horace has become embrolied in Nihon-Jin politics. The arrogant Senji Sect has rebelled against the rightful Emperor and Horace has chosen to stay and lend support to the deposed ruler. Now he and Will must turn farm and forest workers into a fighting force that can face the highly trained Senji warriors, while Alyss and Evanlyn must overcome their long-standing rivalry to seek aid from a mysterious group of mountain dwellers.' (From the author's website.)
12 2 y separately published work icon Halt's Peril John Flanagan , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2009 Z1645569 2009 single work children's fiction children's fantasy 'Halt, Horace and Will are on the trail of Tennyson and his followers. The false prophet of the Outsider cult escaped justice for his crimes in Clonmel, and Halt is determined to stop him before he crosses the border into Araluen. Will has defeated one of Tennyson's Genovesan assassins in Clonmel - but there are two left alive. Are the extraordinary archery skills of Will and Halt enough to save them during a duel with the Genovesans . . . or is Will's mentor facing his last battle?'
Source: Ranger's Apprentice website (Sighted 05/04/2011)
5 1 y separately published work icon The Violet Keystone Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2001 Z994827 2001 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Tal and Milla confront Sharrakor in this final book of the series. With the power of the Violet Keystone, Sushin is more dangerous than before, though Tal can wield the same light magic. He and Milla must go to Aenir one last time to stop the Veil from falling and the Forgetting from being undone.' (Publication abstract)
4 1 y separately published work icon Above the Veil Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2001 Z925948 2001 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Tal and Milla are no longer alone in their quest for the truth about their world. They have been joined by Crow, a rebel Underfolk, and his band of conspirators. They know many secrets about the Castle – and are on the verge of uncovering the greatest secret of all.' (Publication abstract)
4 1 y separately published work icon Into Battle Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2000 Z896494 2000 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'The Dark World is in danger, for the Veil is vulnerable. War is soon to come. On one side are Tal and the Underfolk rebels, struggling for freedom. On another side are Milla and the Icecarls, preparing to assault the Castle.' (Publication abstract)
4 1 y separately published work icon Aenir Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2000 Z925945 2000 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Castle society is based on the order that the Underfolk are servants to the Chosen, the Spiritshadows are bound to humans, and Icecarl warriors are an outside threat to the order. Tai and Milla, with the help of two Spiritshadows from the dreamworld of Aenir, and a fierce band of Underfolk rebels, must uncover a dark conspiracy.' (Publication abstract)
4 3 y separately published work icon Castle Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2000 Z796701 2000 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'Thirteen-year-old Tal must find his way across the Ice to return to the Castle, where he is among the Chosen. Milla, an Icecarl, is on the same quest, trying to obtain Sunstones for her people. However, all is not right at the Castle, as there seems to be a plot to overthrow Tal's family.' (Publication abstract)
4 2 y separately published work icon The Fall Garth Nix , New York (City) : Scholastic Press , 2000 Z796685 2000 single work children's fiction children's fantasy

'A hero's journey . . . a clash between worlds . . . With magical storytelling, this series vividly creates an intricate new world and the characters that fight, love, and dream within it.' (Publication abstract)
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