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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #1: Wolf Brother

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Feb. 21, 2006)
    “Fantasy adventure on a grand scale, with a wealth of wilderness lore and convincing characterizations.” —BooklistFans of Fablehaven and City of Ember will devour Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series about one boy’s epic fight against evil and the wolf who guides him.Six thousand years ago. Powerful mages stalk the land, threatening to destroy all the forest clans. According to legend, only twelve-year-old Torak and his wolf-cub companion can defeat them. Their journey together takes them through perilous terrain and into dangers they never imagined. Torak and Wolf are terrified of their mission. But if they do not battle to save their world, who will?“Torak’s coming-of-age tale will keep the pages turning.” —Publishers Weekly
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #4: Outcast

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Jan. 27, 2009)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesReaders who love the Spirit Animals series will devour the fourth book in Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series about friendship and survival.For two moons Torak has hidden a terrible secret—and now it is revealed. He bears the mark of the Soul-Eater, and must pay the price. Cast out from the clans, he is alone and on the run: cut off from his best friend, Renn, and his beloved pack-brother, Wolf.He flees to the haunted reed-beds of Lake Axehead, where he is hunted by the Otter Clan, taunted by the Hidden People, and, as soul-sickness claims him, he falls prey to an even greater menace. Tormented by secrets and broken trust, he uncovers a deception that will turn his world upside down “Highly entertaining.” —New York Times Book Review
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #2: Spirit Walker

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Feb. 19, 2007)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesThe second thrilling book in Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series is a must-have for fans of Brandon Mull and Jeanne DuPrau.As the Moon of No Dark looms over the land, the clans fall prey to a horrifying sickness. Fear stalks the Forest. No one knows the cause—and only Torak can find the cure.His quest takes him across the sea to the mysterious islands of the Seal Clan, where Torak will battle an unseen menace and uncover a betrayal that will change his life—forever.Crackling with suspense and ominous magic on every page.“Torak’s bravery against insurmountable dangers makes him an engaging and memorable hero” —VOYA
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #3: Soul Eater

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Feb. 19, 2008)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesReaders who love the Spirit Animal books will flock to the third volume in Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series about a courageous boy who fights evil alongside a loyal wolf.It's winter, and Wolf, Torak's beloved pack-brother, has been captured by an unknown foe. In a desperate bid to rescue him, Torak and Renn must brave the frozen wilderness of the Far North.As they battle for survival amid howling blizzards and the ever-present menace of the great white bear, their friendship is tested to the breaking point, and Torak is forced to get closer to his enemies than ever before.“Compelling from first page to last.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #5: Oath Breaker

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Jan. 26, 2010)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesIn the fifth book in Michelle Paver’s bestselling fantasy series, a struggling hero descends down a dark path. A thrilling read for fans of Brandon Mull and Jeanne DuPrau.When he was outcast, Torak was the hunted one. Nine moons later he becomes the hunter when he vows to avenge the killing of one of his closest friends. Racked by guilt and grief, he follows the killer into the Deep Forest, where the World Spirit stalks the hidden valleys as a tall man with the antlers of a stag. But there is a rottenness at the heart of the Forest, for its clans have succumbed to the lies of the Soul-Eaters. Here, Torak must face fire, war, and overwhelming evil. Oath Breaker is a story about keeping promises and the true cost of vengeance. “Highly entertaining.” —New York Times Book Review
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #6: Ghost Hunter

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Paperback (Katherine Tegen Books, Feb. 8, 2011)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesIn the conclusion of Michelle Paver’s bestselling Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series, the ultimate battle between good and evil is waged. A thrilling read for fans of Brandon Mull and Jeanne DuPrau.Winter is coming. Souls' Night draws near. Eostra the Eagle Owl Mage holds the clans in the grip of terror. Torak must leave the Forest and seek her lair in the Mountain of Ghosts, while Renn faces an agonizing decision. Wolf, their faithful pack-brother, must overcome wrenching grief. And in the final fight against the forces of darkness, Torak will make the most shattering choice of all. Ghost Hunter draws you for the last time into the shadowy world of the deep past, and brings Torak to the end of his incredible journey. “Highly entertaining.” —New York Times Book Review
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #1: Wolf Brother

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Hardcover (KTegenBks, Feb. 15, 2005)
    Six thousand years ago. Evil stalks the land. Only twelve-year-old Torak and his wolf-cub companion can defeat it. Their journey together takes them through deep forests, across giant glaciers, and into dangers they never imagined.In this page-turning, original, and spectacularly told adventure story, Torak and Wolf are joined by an incredible cast of characters as they battle to save their world, in this first book in the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness.
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  • Ghost Hunter

    Michelle Paver

    Paperback (Orion Children's Books (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd ), April 1, 2010)
    The prize-winning finale to the CHRONICLES OF ANCIENT DARKNESS series and bestselling book, GHOST HUNTER is a compelling page-turner like no other written by renowned author Michelle Paver.As winter approaches and Souls' Night draws near, the Eagle Owl Mage holds the clans in the grip of terror. To fulfill his destiny, Torak must seek his lair in the Mountain of Ghosts. He must defy demons and tokoroths, and find his way through the Gorge of the Hidden People. Wolf must overcome terrible grief. Renn must make an agonizing decision. And in the final battle against the Soul-Eater, Torak must face the most heart-rending choice of all.
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  • Spirit Walker

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #2: Spirit Walker

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Hardcover (KTegenBks, Feb. 21, 2006)
    A cry echoed through the Forest.He froze.It was not the yowl of a vixen, ora lynx seeking a mate. It was a man.Or something that had once been a man.With a creeping sense of dread,Torak watched the light between thetrees begin to fail. . . .Torak is a boy apart. A boy who can talk to wolves. A boy who must vanquish the Soul-Eaters . . . or die trying.As the Moon of No Dark waxes large, the clans fall prey to a horrifying sickness. Fear stalks the Forest. The very breath of spring seems poisoned. No one knows the cause—and only Torak can find the cure.His quest takes him across the sea to the mysterious islands of the Seal Clan. Here Torak battles an unseen menace and uncovers a betrayal that will change his life—forever.Spirit Walker is a spellbinding story of fellowship, treachery, and self-sacrifice that takes the reader further on the journey that began in Wolf Brother.
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #3: Soul Eater

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Hardcover (HarperCollins, March 1, 2007)
    It's winter, and Wolf, Torak's beloved pack-brother, has been captured by an unknown foe. In a desperate bid to rescue him, Torak and Renn must brave the frozen wilderness of the Far North. As they battle for survival amid howling blizzards and the ever-present menace of the great white bear, their friendship is tested to the breaking point, and Torak is forced to get closer to his enemies than ever before. . . . Soul Eater is a haunting story of loyalty and loss, a chilling portrayal of the nature of evil, and the next step in the perilous journey that began with Wolf Brother and Spirit Walker.
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  • Chronicles of Ancient Darkness #6: Ghost Hunter

    Michelle Paver, Geoff Taylor

    Hardcover (Katherine Tegen Books, June 1, 2010)
    “Fast-paced and exciting adventure that will enthrall every reader.” —Erin Hunter, author of the New York Times bestselling Warriors seriesIn the conclusion of Michelle Paver’s bestselling Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series, the ultimate battle between good and evil is waged. A thrilling read for fans of Brandon Mull and Jeanne DuPrau.Winter is coming. Souls' Night draws near. Eostra the Eagle Owl Mage holds the clans in the grip of terror. Torak must leave the Forest and seek her lair in the Mountain of Ghosts, while Renn faces an agonizing decision. Wolf, their faithful pack-brother, must overcome wrenching grief. And in the final fight against the forces of darkness, Torak will make the most shattering choice of all. Ghost Hunter draws you for the last time into the shadowy world of the deep past, and brings Torak to the end of his incredible journey. “Highly entertaining.” —New York Times Book Review
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