The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan

The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan Book Summary

BOOK SCORE
4.5
TOTAL RATINGS
2,100
BOOK PRICE
$9.99

The international bestselling series with over 5 million copies sold in the U.S. alone!

They have always scared him in the past—the Rangers, with their dark cloaksand shadowy ways. The villagers believe the Rangers practice magic that makes them invisible to ordinary people. And now 15-year-old Will, always small for his age, has been chosen as a Ranger's apprentice. What he doesn't yet realize is that the Rangers are the protectors of the kingdom. Highly trained in the skills of battle and surveillance, they fight the battles before the battles reach the people. And as Will is about to learn, there is a large battle brewing. The exiled Morgarath, Lord of the Mountains of Rain and Night, is gathering his forces for an attack on the kingdom. This time, he will not be denied. . . .

Here is the fantasy adventure that launched the Ranger's Apprentice series, an epic story of heroes and villains that has become an international phenomenon. Perfect for fans of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, T.H. White’s The Sword in the Stone, Christopher Paolini’s Eragon series, and George R. R. Martin’s Game of Thrones / A Song of Ice and Fire series.

The Ruins of Gorlan Book Details

Book Name The Ruins of Gorlan
Genre Fantasy for Kids
Author John Flanagan
Published 16 June 2005, Thursday
Price $9.99
E-Book Size 1018.4 KB

The Ruins of Gorlan by John Flanagan Book Reviews

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Keagan Hennessey

Amazing. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time had intricately written action and a perfectly paced story was never bored while reading

Trent rocker

AMAZING. I agree with most of the other reviews. I love this series and I have read it 2 times in the past 2 years. This series has changed my life. Some of the people leaving reviews say it is a bit slow at the beginning but i disagree with that. I think that is is pretty entertaining throughout the entire book and the slower beginning helps with the character development. Also, to the person who wrote a review over the SAMPLE, if you haven’t read the entire book, then DONT LEAVE A REVIEW. You don’t know the story! Just leave it alone. Anyways. The entire series is amazing and I would definitely recommend.

Smoke A Zip

Extremely happy to reread the series. I remember reading most of this series as a kid and just couldn’t help but to reread it as an adult. One of the best series ever written

Whitesel fam

I love this book!. This is probably my favorite book series now 🤣😅

Supreme4k12

Great series. Only one complaint, why is it on at least Apple Books, book three considered sexually explicit? There is not even one moment when there is anything even out of the ordinary. That’s weird. Really weird. But that is only Apple Books. The series is fantastic.

Super Model 1234567

Ranger’s apprentice book 1. It started out a little slow but once it got going it never slowed down. I was inspired by Will because I think me and Will are very similar in a lot of ways. I also really liked how it showed different views throughout the story. Without them I think I would probably hate Horace. All in all it’s a great book and suggest it to anyone who would care to listen.

WhatNames!

Nostalgia. I reread this whole series every couple years. So many wonderful childhood memories

DarkPassenger_8

Slow. The beginning of the book is very slow to the point where I almost put it down but it picks up towards the end

Progammer64

Amazing. Good adventure book

Barnlek

Good book to read. I enjoy reading this book

Lily grase b

It’s fine. Not the best

Arcticwolf1234

Great book. While this book may be on the short side, it contains an interesting plot that captivates readers and prevents them from putting the book down (I only put the book down once because I needed to get at least a couple hours of sleep ;) The author does a pretty good job with showing the characters attributes instead of just telling. All in all, I think this is definitely a good book to read to past the time and I look forward to the next.

#RangerApprenticeReader😱

Wow!!! Blown Away!!. Seriously I had NO idea this book would be that AMAZING!!!!! Had to give, not only this book but this entire series a five star!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼I am a "Lord of the Rings" and " Hobbit" fan, so I decided to try this series out!! Honestly I'm on the second book and I'm blown away!! If you like adventure, comedy, little romance, and surprises, this is the perfect book for you! This first book is about a boy who lives at a sort of like orphanage with other orphans. When finally it becomes choosing day.( A day to tell what job you'll have for the rest of your life ) All he's been told about his parents are, 1. His mother died having him 2. His dad was a war Hero So you can imagine he wants to be just like his dad. Well, he is a twig like 15 year old who doesn't have a lot of courage. So he gets rejected by all of the masters. Except, for one... The Rangers. People think of Rangers being the dark, grim sorcerers that you don't want to mess with. So why this boy? He ends up bonding with his master and sets out on a quest to kill the most evil, grim, terrible( whatever your call something bad ) man named Morgarath who's planning something pretty evil... This book made me laugh, think, and made me so surprised at some parts my jaw almost fell off!! Hoped you liked the review! Happy Reading!! :)

TurdRed

Great Book!!. Great book! Really loved characters and story. Most definitely recommend the book

Mrprude

Can't explain. Words don't describe how good this series is. Re reading these stories just makes them get better and better!

Destroyer580115

Best book ever!!!. Recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense, drama, and action and who ever has any sense in what a good book is

Hairier benn

Entrance into reading. I got handed this book at 11 years old, with little to no interest in reading. The first 50 pages were tedious but after that it quickly became a page turner. This opened up the world of reading so this book will always be at the top of my favorites list.

Halt the critic

Ranger’s Apprentice is my LIFE. I’ve been reading Ranger’s Apprentice for years now. I have gone back and reread the series sooooo many times. Ranger’s Apprentice has always been there for me to lift me up when I’m feeling down and made me laugh when I needed encouragement! I am so connected to these characters that Will could be my baby brother and Halt could be my second dad❤️ All these characters are so well done and extremely likable (well… except for Morgarath😒) John Flanagan is probably my favorite author and I’ve been keeping up with his books and even bought the Australian edition of the ninth Brother Band because I didn’t want to wait!! If anyone is reading this review because they are on the fence about reading this, let me push you onto a Ranger horse and shoot off into this amazing series! John Flanagan, all of your fans thank you for the most amazing series ever! God bless🥰 ~HalttheCritic

Jcjhchvhv

Heck yeah. Yes amazing yes! I love Halt and yes!!!!!!!!

Kombuchajar

Highly Recommended. Once you start this series you are hooked until the end, and there are 13 long books to enjoy. Fall in love with Flanagan's characters. The audio books by Keating are the best though, great for the whole family to listen to.

KingCouch78

A masterpiece. I’ve read this series three times in the past 6 years. Every book three times. Once on kindle and twice in paperback. Now that I’ve found it on here, I’ll always have my favorite series of books.

Kilted Scots

Read it!. I bought this book on paperback, so not on iTunes, but the same publishing. I read the entire thing in a day. Real archers like me would not think this stuff was fake, I didn't come across any unrealistic archery. I am reding the second book and I am trying to read the entire series in a month. The books are not huge but they are good. Congratulations to the author.

Lqd100

Rangers Apprentice. This is the best book I’ve read I would love to read the rest of the series. I hope the make a movie.

Jojo16839

Rangers Apprentice. The Rangers Apprentice series changed my life. I'm so grateful to have found these books. I just love it. And I love the way John Flanagan writes. I am positive you will not be disappointed if you read this series.

Zay Hinote

Love it. I’ve been out of school for a while now so I haven’t really been reading all that much but I have been traveling all over the country for the company I work for and I picked up reading again and I couldn’t stop reading this book. I’m a sucker for character development and there is plenty to go around in this book. Absolutely a 10/10 in my opinion, it’s a must read.

AU Bros

Good read. I(43) read this to my son(9) and we both really enjoyed it.

Sadpyrokinetic

Wonderful character development. Beautiful and heart stirring

M3NTALWOLF55

Rangers apprentice. I LOVE THIS SERIES! It is the best ever I really enjoyed following Will, Halt and Horace through their adventures. I love it soooooooooo much. Thank you for making this series!

Broseph Myth

Ranger's Apprentice. Ranger's Apprentice... Just let that sink in. Just the title of the book is awesome! For once I liked a book that I read. Usually I do not read very much, but this book was so great, I could not put it back down. This book was action packed and exciting! I cannot wait to read the second book!

Akpopa

Best book ever. I loved it best book ever Emma,8

Caysen2013

Two thumbs up. This series is phenomenal and each page leaves you wanting more. As soon as I started reading them, and I've read all 12 of these and the four books of the Brotherband Chronicles, I knew they were my favorite books of all time. I recommend to any and all who love the genre. If you love LoTR, Inheritance Cycle or Dragonlance to name a few then this is right up your alley.

Nathan-1997

Loved the book. This series then brotherband chronicalls and eragon series and Percy Jackson where my favorite books

Robertdale

Amazing to read on your own even better with a young reader.. I started this series in high school and came back 7 years later and finished the series. I loved it just as much as I remembered. You connect with the characters and grow with Will does from each novel. Fantasy and adventure with great character develop.

PalatableDinner

The Ruins of Gorlan. This was an overall pleasant read. I liked how the author shows that there are different ways a boy can be strong, though I wish girls were offered the same, since they’re virtually nonexistent in this story. It bothered me that Alyss, who showed initiative even before officially becoming a diplomat’s apprentice, was denied her spotlight when the group showed off their training at the festival and even partakes in contrary behavior. While I appreciate the author’s attempt to highlight bullying, I take issue with revenge and violence as the solution, and the failure to address the system and culture that allowed Horace to be tormented for so long. I am aware this was published in 2004, but I recall being in US public grade school then, learning about bystanders and conflict mediation.

KSETVEIVNER

Timeless. I read this book in high school and revisiting it as an adult brought back the same excitement I felt years ago, a great book!

Shoei907

Enjoyable but meant for teens. I read this because of another reviewer claiming she recommends to all her students. I enjoyed this but was clearly meant for early teens. Felt a little simple and/or plain. If you want a more complex novel with intelligent plot that keeps the same lighthearted happy feeling, try Codex Alera by Jim Butcher.

Ntscjushmesbitsnkactr

Yes yes yes!. One of my favorite series from when I was young. Re-reading it again now that I’m older!

Keatep

Buying them as ebooks even though I own the physical copies. I loved these books growing up and now I am excited to have them again so I can relive my favorite stories

GorakKNight

Awesome book!. This is the first book to what quickly became my favorite series. It's packed with fun. Would recommend to anyone.

6th grade reader

Awesome. This book is action packed while it sends a great message. Probably the best book I have ever read

Foley7881

❤️❤️❤️. Loved it so much can’t wait to read the second book! The father, son like relationship between Halt and Will is definitely growing can’t wait to see what happens next!

Reader0827

Awesome. An awesome book really captivating worth 12 ar points

Your mom2043556

I love it. I love it

TheGreenEngineer

I LOVE THIS BOOK. BEST BOOK EVER BUT WE WILL SEE BECUSE I HAVENT READ THE NEXT ONES :):):):)

Jmshelton2000

Astounding. This book is one of the best I've ever read, I definitely would recommend this book to anyone.

नोबॉडी

One of the best books ever. This book won’t let you put it down. It has great character development and has an ending that will want you to read the next book.

GTCall

Simply Amazing. I loved this book. I have been looking for a good book to read for some time now and thankfully I found this one. I never leave reviews but I felt I just had to with this book as I hope others may enjoy it as well. I’m truly looking forward to continuing the adventure in the next book.

Randall DB

Classic. Very nice read

Doubletap2008

Great book!. This was a great book, and a start to a GREAT series. I loved Harry Potter and Percy Jackson, and I loved this series, but you will probably like it if you have read books like Lord of The Rings or the Hunger Games. It has less of a funny vibe, a little darker and more adult. But it is a great book for tweens and teens and adults alike, and it does have some amusing parts. Anyway, even though this book might seem slow in the beginning, do yourself a favor and read the whole thing. This book is the start to a GREAT series, as I said before. It's full of action, and the writer's style of storytelling is unique and very immersive.

CheezWiz3000

Amazing!. I read this book back in middle school and I loved the world this book took me to. Now I just finished reading this book again 8 years later, and it still draws me in and I still love the characters and the plot. Definitely a must read for anyone who loves fantasy and adventure! 😍

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@w78

Amazing Series. I absolutely loved these books, and I highly recommend them. Somehow they just keep getting better!

Alplayer1

Review. In the top 3 for best books ever read.

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MusicoftheHeartBlackGuitars

Amazing Book. The first book in the highly-acclaimed Ranger's Apprentice Series, The Ruins of Gorlan is a humorous, exciting adventure story. It has archery, monsters, and you will be laughing throughout the entire book.

The rangers apprentice

The ruins of garland. Absolutely wonderful, don't wait buy this now read it tonight you won't regret it!

Fgshdgx

AWESOME. I love this book! It is amazing! A must read for any teen fantasy geeks out there. I am really looking forward to the next book in the series coming out on Oct. 5th, and you will too once you read this amazing fantasy!

K. A. Reid

The Proper Way To Spell The Era. First of all, the era in which this was supposedly written is the medieval era. M-E-D-I-E-V-A-L, not "mid-evil". I know they sound exactly the same, but I really wanted to clear that up. As for this actual book, I downloaded the sample, and I'm not sure what to think. So far it definitely doesn't pass my RR test (wether or not it's better than Rick Riordan's children's fiction), but nothing I read for fun ever has anyway. It seems well-written, and so far it is intriguing. I could contemplate buying the book, but I think I'll wait until I'm through with the other books I'm reading right now. All I know is, it has great reviews, but if you're looking at buying it or not, I'd suggest you download the sample and see what you think. If you want to compare it to Rick Riordan's children's fiction, then I can tell you that it is written in a bit more of a solemn mood. The main character gets picked on in the beginning and can't really seem to hold his own too well. The sample is pretty long, and I don't remember any humor in it at all. It has been a while since I've read it, though. All-in-all, it seems good, but in a different way. I can see why so many people like it. But if you take anything away from this review, take this: M-E-D-I-E-V-A-L. That's how you spell the era. ;)

CD Killin

Great. I love this book

Batman3262

Amazing. Read it straight through!

Racine520

Great book series. I heave read this book on paper because it is alot easier than staring at an iPod screen but it is an awesome book and series right now I'm on the third book. I would recommend this series to any one who loves mid-evil era books.

Emac1612

Ruin ofgorland. Love the series. Good characters and adventures. Love the skandian, tug, will, hoarse... Keep it going jonh f! Makes good next harry potter movies

LaynaJenee

Amazing!. These books have a way of captivating me every time I read them. Never a bored moment.

Ranger Connor

Ranger Connor. Ok everyone listen up. I've seen people write you should make a movie about this book. Well he is. Late this year or in 2013. You're welcome.

Milespomeroy

Fun quick read. The classic tale of a nobody becoming a somebody comes alive again. The characters are well written and easy to fall in love with. I look forward to reading more in the series.

AmethystEyes

Critical Eye. @Doberman lover: It did indeed start out pretty solemn, but after what--three chapters? --it gets into a much more uplifting and hopeful mood. As you get farther and farther in, you form a special bond with each of the characters. Some of the bonds are different than others, like sympathy for the bullied characters that soon occurs, and a mysterious awe or appreciation for the multiple mentor-like characters. The ending definitely leaves you feeling satisfied, and eager for the next book as the battle with Morgarath clearly isn't over. I'd highly suggest this for anyone thirteen or older, as some of the humor/language isn't for younger children and sometimes it gets technical about weaponry/etc. And I just love Willers. ;D ~CE~

Portwood215

Best ever. This is the best book for any ages

Brayden_9

Best book ever!. I've read every book in the series plus the authors next series

12215030

The ruins of Gorlan. this book is extremely awesome!

713CMZ2000

Amazing.. This just topped my list of favorite books! I would definitely recommend this to anyone into adventure and action. -Claire, age 13

Swan101

Absolutely AH-MAZING!!!. This is an AWESOME series. I finished the series and am starting the Brotherband Chronicles. I was hooked from the very beginning. I loved it even though it is more children's fiction and I'm an eighth grader. It is set in the Medieval era and starts in the country Araluen, which I find similar to present-day England. King Duncan, a very good king (unlike others), has a close-knit group called the Ranger Corps. The Rangers are mysterious people who wear mottled green and brown cloaks that blend into the background and are expert bowmen. Will, an orphan, becomes apprenticed to the famous Halt, a Ranger revered for his skills. This series is about Will's adventures as Ranger apprentice and later, Ranger. Although it is not expected, this series is actually really funny, at least I think so. Hope you like it too!

Wmnlvit

Awesome book!!. Couldn't put it down!!

Hdhskks

Love the books!!. Love the books love the author love everything about them!! The humor and sarcastic comments are wonderfully written, and the story line is well thought through. I just wish Will could have stayed younger for a little longer... But they are still my favorites!

Ovar 9000!!!

Awesome. I'm only 45 pages into the book and I can't put it down.

Chubby Dude

Good \ Great. Really like it on 2nd book right now

Obbsessive Bookworm

Obbsession. I've absolutley been in love with this series from the start. I love Halt! I started reading it in third grade but stopped around the fifth book because I didn't under stand what the heck was happening, but I found it again and reread it, and it was like being inrtoduced to a new world. I was hooked! Don't read it if you're under age 10, because it can get a little wordy and complicated, but trust me, it's worthy of obbsession. Can't wait till the movie!

Hyoma7

This book is great. It is a great book even before the action I liked it :P

FULLM3T4LGERMAN

Rangers apprentice. This was one of the best books I've ever read. loved it. read it in 2 days. I couldn't put it down!

Amer22

In LOVE with this book!. I stole this book off my brother's bookshelf when i was younger and couldn't put it down, reminds me a lot like harry potter! I had to buy this, definitely worth your money!

GraciousGringo

Perfection. I still have no clue on how the author, John f, made this book so great! It made perfect sense and never left anything out. I will keep reading this series and will recommend it to anyone I know, ecspetially people who love the medieval type of books. I am glad I have read this and will support it no matter what. The moly thing better I've read is the Percy Jackson series. The Harry potter series almost doesn't compare, except for #7. Long live the rangers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Aroodwen

Amazing!. I have read the entire series and every book is a work of art. I have grown to love all the characters after all the books. My favorite character is defiantly Halt. His humor in these books is amazing. I recommend these books to anyone looking for a amazing series.

Parker Nelson

Wow. I absolutely love this book, and reading it on my iPhone for some reason makes it better! Great entry to a series! I hated reading before this book.

Sojourner

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. I have read all the books in this series and they are my all time FAVORITES!It has one bad word that I don't like and my favorite character is definitely Shadow, or rather Sh,a,th,ow as Trobar would say. John F you should make more to the series than 11books to this series!

ChimaeraIam4

Ruins of Gorlan. This is an absolutely amazing book! I love the whole series and have been reading them since the release of the Ruins of Gorlan in the US.

Doggy0123

AMAZING. BEST BOOK SEIRES EVER!!!!!! Sorry I spelled wrong. You MUST read the seires!

Tickle my pickle with a nickel

AMAZING. The Rangers Apprentice series is amazing and intriguing. I have already read all of them plus the first Brother Band book.

Pieguy32

Good follow-up to harry potter. This book blew my mind! After just finishing the Harry Potter series, this book was amazing. One of those books that you will keep on reading for hours on end. Would recomend this to anyone who has just finished Harry Potter. Or anyone else. It was a great follow-up to Harry Potter. Over all: AMAZING!!!

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About Author "John Flanagan"

John Anthony Flanagan (born 22 May 1944) is an Australian fantasy author best known for his medieval fantasy series, the Ranger's Apprentice series, and its sister series, the Brotherband Chronicles. Some of his other works include his Storm Peak duology, as well as the adult novel The Grey Raider. Early life and careers John Flanagan was born in Sydney, Australia on 22 May 1944. He graduated from Waverley College with plans to become a writer. As he grew up, he changed careers and got a job at an advertising agency. He originally planned to become a trainee copywriter, but the agency instead assigned him to train as a media researcher. While working as a media researcher trainee, he wrote an offensive poem directed toward one of his senior executives. Eventually, the poem made it to the desk of one of the company's directors. Flanagan was called into the director's office where he complimented Flanagan's writing skills and offered him the job of trainee copywriter. After worki....

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