Joseph Delaney Knihy

In Pendle, powerful witch clans are rumored to unite to summon an unimaginable evil, potentially raising the Devil. Tom and the Spook must journey to Pendle to prevent this catastrophe.

As danger escalates, Tom is sent to train with a tough spook. However, when confronted by a powerful water witch, Tom's master falters, leaving him to face enemies alone. Can the Spook reach him in time to save him, and together, can they overcome the dark power?

In this third and terrifying instalment in the Wardstone Chronicles, the nights are drawing in and it's time for Tom and his master to move to Anglezarke, the Spook's winter house. Tom has heard it will be a sinister and menacing place but nothing could fully prepare him for what he finds there.

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?

'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?

The story follows Brother Beowulf, a novice monk tasked with spying on the enigmatic Spook Johnson, who claims to battle demons and imprison witches. Initially skeptical of Johnson's tales, Wulf's perspective shifts when he discovers the reality of the monsters lurking in the shadows. As danger escalates, Wulf turns to Tom Ward, a fellow Spook whose dual nature of fear and allure complicates their alliance. The narrative explores themes of trust, the nature of evil, and the blurred lines between good and bad in a richly imagined world.

The conclusion to Joseph Delaney’s three-book arc about Thomas Ward that began with A New Darkness! The chilling and action-packed adventure from the internationally bestselling Last Apprentice series will delight fans new and old. In his job as the county spook, seventeen-year-old Thomas Ward is used to battling boggarts, witches, and other creatures of the dark. But now he and his apprentice, Jenny, must team up with former rivals and enemies to fight the evil Kobalos warriors intent on destroying the county. The fight has cost the life of a strong ally, Grimalkin the witch assassin. Determined to end the war with the demons, Tom leads Jenny and Alice to Pendle for one last epic clash. Loyalties will be tested, alliances will be broken, and not everyone will survive. A final, heart-pounding adventure about Thomas Ward, from the internationally bestselling author of The Last Apprentice series, which Booklist called “one of the best-written [series] of the last several years.” Delaney’s deliciously scary imagination will satisfy longtime fans and intrigue new ones. Perfect for readers who love thrills, chills, and adventure—no prior knowledge of the Last Apprentice series needed!

Warning: Not to be read after dark ... 'My name is Grimalkin. I am the witch assassin of the Malkins and I fear nobody ... ' Nothing can stop Grimalkin. She is both a masterful warrior and magician - and she has made it her lifetime's ambition to destroy the Fiend and avenge the murder of her son. So when the unthinkable happens and the Spook and his apprentice Tom ask her to join forces and assist them in the binding of the Fiend she is the perfect accessory. Now, with his murder committed Grimalkin is on the run. And her mission is even more deadly. In order to keep the Fiend's spirit bound for ever, she must keep his decapitated head in her possession. No matter who - or what - comes after it ...

The next thrilling and magical adventure set in the multi million copy bestselling world of The Spook's Apprentice.Wulf has left behind his life in the monastery and is now the Apprentice to Spook Johnson, assisting him in protecting the County from denizens of the dark - which mainly involves Wulf acting as bait.But Wulf is captured by Hrothgar, a giant with abilities to conjure subservient creatures - or tulpas - from his imagination. And he strongly suspects that Wulf has these abilities too . . .Wulf begrudgingly begins training with his new master, but meanwhile, something dangerous is afoot in the County. Wulf's old friends, Tom and Alice, have been imprisoned by an all-powerful witch and her brain sucking minions. And together with Tilda, Tom and Alice's daughter, he needs to rescue them from Circe's enchanted lair before it's too late...

A clever and spirited girl with a penchant for mischief navigates a world filled with challenges and adventures, all while wearing her signature pointy shoes. Her journey is marked by wit and determination, as she faces obstacles that test her courage and creativity. This captivating tale explores themes of empowerment, individuality, and the importance of embracing one's unique qualities, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate strong, unconventional heroines.