Book Series · 2 Books

Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years Books

In order from The Tournament at Gorlan to The Battle of Hackham Heath. Part of Ranger's Apprentice.

The Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years series is a set of 2 chapter books by John Flanagan, published between 2015 and 2016. Written for ages 10–13, most books run about 400 pages.

The Tournament at Gorlan
The Battle of Hackham Heath
The Tournament at Gorlan
The Tournament at Gorlan
The Battle of Hackham Heath
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Tournament at Gorlan
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

The Tournament at Gorlan

By John Flanagan

Young Rangers race to thwart a coup threatening the kingdom's throne.

400 pages· 94,022 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
Paperback
Summary: Halt and Crowley uncover a plot to corrupt the Rangers and seize the throne. Racing against time, they seek Prince Duncan's help to stop Morgarath's scheme. As they navigate treacherous alliances and face fierce duels at Gorlan's tournament, the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance. Can they prevent the coup and save the realm?
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Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years Series

2 books · Published 2015–2016

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#1 in Series
Sale price
$899

The Tournament at Gorlan

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

Young Rangers race to thwart a coup threatening the kingdom's throne.

#2
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$958

The Battle of Hackham Heath

Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016

A kingdom's fate hangs on a ranger's daring mission against a hidden enemy.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years series?

There are 2 books in the Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years series. It began with The Tournament at Gorlan in 2015, and the newest book, The Battle of Hackham Heath, was published in 2016.

What order should you read the Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years books in?

Start with The Tournament at Gorlan and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years books best for?

The series is best for ages 10–13, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years book is the longest?

The Tournament at Gorlan (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 94,022 words (400 pages).

Which Ranger’s Apprentice: The Early Years book is the shortest?

The Battle of Hackham Heath (Book #2) is the shortest at 91,229 words (400 pages).

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John Flanagan

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