Published: May 11, 2011
Words: 102,230 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781458080417

Short description

The first book in an exciting new epic fantasy series for Teens/Preteens! Stahlfeld skillfully weaves romance, intrigue, and intense action into the continuing saga of the creatures of Darkwoods and beyond. The Wraith Mice and their allies, the Squirrel Tribes, River Otters and Ranger Mice, fight for their freedom -- even their very survival -- against the treacherous Darkwoods Foxes.

Extended description

Written by a teen for teens ...

A Fight for Freedom that Draws All Warriors!

The death of the foxes' ruling oracle, Scythe, bodes ill for the Wraith Mice around Darkwoods and their allies near and far. With the change in leadership, all sides know their uncertain relationship with the foxes will, too soon, erupt into a vicious war. (Read more) Written by a teen for teens ...

A Fight for Freedom that Draws All Warriors!

The death of the foxes' ruling oracle, Scythe, bodes ill for the Wraith Mice around Darkwoods and their allies near and far. With the change in leadership, all sides know their uncertain relationship with the foxes will, too soon, erupt into a vicious war.

Possessing the ability to melt into the darkness and renowned in warfare, the Wraith Mice rally the squirrel tribes, Ranger Mice, and others to defend their territory—and their very lives.

A young one among them, Princess Zuryzel understands the gravity of the situation and rises fearlessly to the challenges of the ruthless invaders. Possessing the traits of a natural leader and wise beyond her years, Zuryzel knows she must follow the difficult path before her. But can she overcome the challenges in time to defeat the hated foxes?

With a nod to life as it truly is, Stahlfeld presents characters of complexity—each with weaknesses as well as strengths—and a story of constantly shifting “certainties.”

More than a battle of good against evil, Darkwoods challenges the reader to discover the truth. Who can be trusted? Are all foxes, indeed, dastardly creatures? Who is the spy within the Wraith Mice’s midst? And, ultimately, can good ever win?
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Tags

fiction, animals, fantasy, young adult, justice, mice, epic, freedom, teen, series, squirrels, preteen

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Review by: Brandon Hall on July 25, 2011 :
This is a great book that gracefully weaves magic into the Redwall like animal world. I would recommend it to anyone who likes the Redwall, Warriors, or Narnia. Thanks for an awesome book!
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