Wulf's Bane

The Spook's Apprentice: Wulf's Battle is the next installment in the multi-million copy bestselling world of The Spook's Apprentice. Wulf is captured by Hrothgar, a giant with abilities to conjure tulpas, and must rescue his old friends from Circe's enchanted lair before it's too late.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 06 May 2021
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

The Spook's Apprentice, a multi-million copy bestselling world, is about to embark on a thrilling and magical adventure. Wulf, who has left his life in the monastery, has become the apprentice to Spook Johnson, a powerful figure who protects the County from dark denizens. Wulf's primary role is to act as bait, drawing the creatures out and allowing Spook Johnson to take them down. However, Wulf's journey takes an unexpected turn when he is captured by Hrothgar, a giant with incredible abilities to conjure subservient creatures from his imagination. Hrothgar strongly suspects that Wulf possesses the same abilities, and he intends to harness them for his own purposes.

As Wulf begins his training with Spook Johnson, he is confronted with the reality of the dangerous situation in the County. Wulf's old friends, Tom and Alice, have been imprisoned by an all-powerful witch, Circe, and her brain-sucking minions. Circe has a hold over the County, and her powers are growing stronger by the day. Wulf knows that he must act quickly to rescue his friends before it is too late.

With the help of Tilda, Tom and Alice's daughter, Wulf embarks on a perilous journey to Circe's enchanted lair. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and obstacles, including treacherous terrain, powerful magical creatures, and Circe's own twisted traps. Wulf must use all of his skills and abilities to overcome these challenges and rescue his friends.

As they approach Circe's lair, Wulf and Tilda discover that Circe has a dark plan in store for the County. She intends to use Wulf's abilities to create an army of undead creatures that will wreak havoc on the land. Wulf and Tilda must stop Circe before she can carry out her plan, and they must do so before it is too late.

In a final climactic battle, Wulf and Tilda face off against Circe and her minions. Wulf uses his own abilities to conjure powerful magical creatures to aid him in the fight, while Tilda uses her own skills to protect Wulf from Circe's attacks. In the end, Wulf and Tilda are able to defeat Circe and her minions, saving the County from destruction.

As they return home, Wulf and Tilda are hailed as heroes. Wulf has finally come to terms with his own abilities and has learned to use them for good. He has also discovered the true meaning of friendship and the importance of standing up against evil. The Spook's Apprentice: The Darkest Hour is a thrilling and magical adventure that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-read for fans of the series and anyone who loves a good story filled with adventure, magic, and heroism.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241416525