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The Ruins of Gorlan (Ranger’s Apprentice, #1)

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Fantasy Young Adult Fiction

by John Flanagan

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4.20 (83.1K ratings)
calendar_today 2004
description 249 pages

The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 83.1K reader ratings. First published in 2004. The book spans 249 pages.

About The Ruins of Gorlan

They have always scared him in the past — the Rangers, with their dark cloaks and shadowy ways. The villagers believe the Rangers practice magic that makes them invisible to ordinary people. And now 15-year-old Will, always small for his age, has been chosen as a Ranger's apprentice. What he doesn't yet realize is that the Rangers are the protectors of the kingdom. Highly trained in the skills of battle and surveillance, they fight the battles before the battles reach the people. And as Will is about to learn, there is a large battle brewing. The exiled Morgarath, Lord of the Mountains of Rain and Night, is gathering his forces for an attack on the kingdom. This time, he will not be denied....

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Author John Flanagan
Published 2004
Pages 249
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction
Average Rating 4.20 / 5.00
Total Ratings 83,085

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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83.1K ratings
With a rating of 4.20, The Ruins of Gorlan is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.06, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Ruins of Gorlan?

The Ruins of Gorlan is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Ruins of Gorlan worth reading?

Based on 83.1K reader ratings, The Ruins of Gorlan has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Ruins of Gorlan?

The Ruins of Gorlan has 249 pages.

Who wrote The Ruins of Gorlan?

The Ruins of Gorlan was written by John Flanagan. It was first published in 2004.

What is the ISBN for The Ruins of Gorlan?

The ISBN-13 for The Ruins of Gorlan is 9780142406630.0.

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