The Accidental Apprentice
A boy who accidentally bonds with a magical Beast must set off on an adventure in the mysterious Woods in this whimsical and cheeky middle grade fantasy debut — perfect for fans of Nevermoor and How to Train Your Dragon.
The last thing Barclay Thorne ever wanted was an adventure.
Thankfully, as an apprentice to the town’s mushroom farmer, Barclay need only work hard and follow the rules to one day become the head mushroom farmer himself. No danger required. But then Barclay accidentally breaks his town’s most sacred rule: never ever EVER stray into the Woods, for within the Woods lurk vicious magical Beasts.
To Barclay’s horror, he faces a fate far worse than being eaten: he unwittingly bonds with a Beast and is run out of town by an angry mob. Determined to break this bond and return home, Barclay journeys to find the mysterious town of Lore Keepers, people who have also bonded with Beasts and share their powers.
But after making new friends, entering a dangerous apprenticeship exam, and even facing the legendary Beast of the Woods, Barclay must make a difficult choice: return to the home and rules he’s always known, or embrace the adventure awaiting him.
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Wilderlore
In the magical world of Wilderlore, creatures are more than just companions—they're a part of the soul. Every child has a Beast they are destined to bond with, a mystical creature that holds the key to their powers and their future. But for Barclay Thorne, born without the ability to connect with a Beast, his dreams of belonging in this magical world seem hopeless.
Wilderlore consists of four books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
