Princess-turned-apprentice Maddie is fast learning all the skills she'll need to become a Ranger, under the guidance of her mentor, the legendary Will Treaty. When Will has to leave the cabin in the woods for a few weeks, he leaves the fief in Maddie's hands, confident that she can keep an eye on things in Redmont. Then a farming husband and wife come knocking for help, complaining about a mysterious beast that is stealing their farm animals. They don't think Maddie is up to the task, but she's determined to prove them wrong. Maddie starts to investigate - and comes up with a plan that involves putting her own life on the line. ---------- **Books in this series** 1. [A New Beginning][1] 2. The Beast from Another Time 3. [The Red Fox Clan][3] 4. [Duel at Araluen][4] [1]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL17662393W [3]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL19681321W [4]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL20656956W