• The Accidental Apprentice

  • Wilderlore, Book 1
  • By: Amanda Foody
  • Narrated by: Steve West
  • Length: 6 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (110 ratings)

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The Accidental Apprentice

By: Amanda Foody
Narrated by: Steve West
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Publisher's summary

A New York Times bestseller!

A boy who accidentally bonds with a magical Beast must set off on an adventure in the mysterious Woods in this “wholesome, delightful” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), 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.

This edition includes a brand-new, highly illustrated map of the Woods.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2021 manda Foody. All rights reserved. (P)2021 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

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I enjoyed listening to this book. It had adventure, magic and suspense. It kept me intrigued. I was always wondering what would happen next. I would recommend this book and will probably read the series.

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I like it when people make the main character weak in the beginning

I love the idea of this book and want you to make a new series of books about the same idea

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Best book Evah!!

So good
This book is the best! I love how barclay bonds w/ the beast. 😝

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Definitely recommend

My kids loved this book and are now obsessed with the series. The narration is so good.

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The whole book

I loved the overall of the books theme and how it’s a series. I recommend this book a lot.

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Extremely fun and engaging

Both my 9 year old son and I enjoyed this book a lot. Fun characters, lively plot, friendship, and adventure. a lovely middle grade book. Pleasantly narrated.

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Great Book!!!!!

It was a great book the reader was great and overall it was a really good book

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spectacular adventure

A fantastic adventure into the deep dark woods where monsters can either eat you are become your best friends! A truly delightful book!

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ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE EVER READ!!!!

This is such a great book and I can't wait to read more of what this author writes!

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What wonderful book!

My granddaughter and I listened to this story on our way to and from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab Utah. Working with the animals there while listening to this fun book made it so much more fun and made the “book be” between animals and people so much like the bonds of the Law Keepers and their beasts! What a great series! Can’t wait for the next one in the series! Highly recommended!

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