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In this prequel, Ezylryb the Screech owl recounts the story of his life in the Northern Kingdoms--his rise through the ranks of the Killian Army, his brothers betrayal, and his friendship with Octavia the snake-to finally become a Guardian of Ga'Hoole.
Quick Summary
Ezylryb, a screech owl, narrates his origin story as he climbs the military ranks of the Killian Army in the Northern Kingdoms, endures his brother's betrayal, forges an unlikely friendship with Octavia the snake, and ultimately transforms into a Guardian of Ga'Hoole in this prequel to the Guardians of Ga'Hoole series. The book explores loyalty and betrayal, the strength of cross-species friendships, and the painful path to redemption in a world fractured by war. If your kid likes Redwall or the main Guardians of Ga'Hoole books, they'll appreciate this deeper dive into one of the series' most complex characters. With a 5.3 AR level and 9.0 points, this 59,296-word novel works well for 4th through 6th graders who enjoy animal fantasy with moral complexity and character-driven storytelling.