The Last Apprentice
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2004
384
Novel • Fiction
The County • Medieval Fantasy World
2004
YA
10-14 years
840L
The Last Apprentice: Revenge of the Witch follows Tom Ward, the seventh son of a seventh son, who is sent to apprentice under the Spook, a man who hunts ghosts and monsters. As Ward learns the trade to combat The Dark, he encounters witches like Mother Malkin and Bony Lizzie, forming an uneasy alliance with a witch's relative named Alice while navigating moral ambiguities and personal challenges. The book includes themes related to child endangerment and murder.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Adventurous
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Joseph Delaney's The Last Apprentice garners praise for its gripping narrative and rich atmosphere. Reviewers commend its ability to captivate young adult readers with thrilling and spooky elements while maintaining a well-paced plot. However, some critics highlight areas where character development could be deeper. Overall, it remains a strong entry in the fantasy genre.
Fans of The Last Apprentice by Joseph Delaney are typically young adults aged 12-18 who enjoy dark fantasy and supernatural themes. Readers who appreciate the rich world-building and suspenseful plots in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series or Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series will find this series compelling.
54,313 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
384
Novel • Fiction
The County • Medieval Fantasy World
2004
YA
10-14 years
840L
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