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The Spook's Apprentice

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The Spook's Apprentice

By: Joseph Delaney
Narrated by: Jamie Glover
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The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles - over 3 million copies sold worldwide!


'Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can.'

For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. Now his time is coming to an end, but who will take over? Many apprentices have tried. Some floundered, some fled, some failed to stay alive. Just one boy is left. Thomas Ward. He is the last hope. But does he stand a chance against Mother Malkin, the most dangerous witch in the County?

From the series that inspired the forthcoming movie Seventh Son, starring Jeff Bridges, Ben Barnes and Julianne Moore.

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Critic reviews

Teenage readers looking instead for total fantasy should hasten to Joseph Delaney's The Spook's Apprentice . . . This terrific novel is as black as David Wyatt's ingenious ink drawings that head each chapter
An absorbing tale with scary scenarios and a great central relationship between Thomas and his master
Wicked and fast-paced, the second instalment in this series is gripping for adults and children alike . . . Beautifully written
Readers seeking lots of up-close encounters with the unquiet dead and other creepy entities need look no further
This thrilling and terrifying book should not be read after dark!
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I loved this book and I got really stuck in, my personal favourite part was the first battle between Tom and Mother Malkin. I recommend it to anyone who likes a spooky mystery.

The Spooks Aprprentice

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Wasn't too sure about this book, mainly bought for my children as a step up from HP. Wasn't disappointed, admittedly the northern twang swung me as I'm from up there but the story was gripping and heartfelt. Looking forward to the next instalment.

Great starter

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great story for fantasy lovers. Almost listened to it all in one sitting, didn't want to stop. Has my heart pounding and can definitely fell the emotions. it's super and excited to read/listen to them again

childhood favourite

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I just love it! I read it when I was in highschool and I was reading the series every couple of years since. Its so good to have it on audible!

My favourite.

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Jamie Glover does an excellent job bringing the characters to life. The story is great for young and older folks, and it’s fun trying to recognise the places that are referenced for people who live in the UK. I listened to the audiobook in school where I first heard of the series. I’ve met the author and he’s lovely, and I’ve read everything he’s written. Thoroughly enjoyable, for all ages.

As good as the first time I heard it

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