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"The Royal Ranger: The Beast from Another Time" is a young adult fantasy novel written by John Flanagan. It is the ninth book in the Ranger's Apprentice series.

The "Beast" represents the past refusing to stay buried. In many ways, this mirrors the journey of the characters. Will Treaty is a legend dealing with the passage of time and the changes in his own life (his injury and recovery). Maddie represents the future, a new kind of Ranger who blends the stealth of the Corps with the boldness of the Royal family.

Where to find it legally: The novella is available as an ebook or audiobook on platforms like Amazon Kindle, Google Play Books, Apple Books, and Kobo. It’s also sometimes included in collections or as a bonus in special editions of The Royal Ranger series.

Series Placement: Technically Book #12.5 in the overall Ranger's Apprentice series and Book #1.5 in the Royal Ranger sub-series.

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