The Legend of Luke: A Tale from Redwall (Redwall, Book 12)
Brian Jacques and his tremendous Redwall books never cease to  amaze: this is the 12th book in a series that just gets better and  better. This time, the interweaving story of a father and a son is told  in three parts, starting with a visit to Redwall Abbey by a young  hedgehog maid who, by singing a half-remembered song recounting the  adventures of a warrior called Luke, begins to unlock some of the  mysteries behind the Abbey's early years.As deftly executed as all the other Redwall books,The Legend of  Lukeis a truly magnificent, rampaging, rip-roaring adventure story  that gives the heart and mind the kind of aerobic workout normally  reserved for a sprint round a playing field. From the very first page  the readers know they're in for a treat, and as Jacques skillfully  builds his story, cleverly interweaving intricate, imaginative detail  with a vast cast of incredible characters who each play a vital role in  the unfurling of the tale, there can be no doubt that he is still the  true master of his genre.Excellent as a stand-alone read for anyone new to Redwall, and even  better as part of the amazing saga that has captured the imagination of  millions since its inception,The Legend of Lukeis an absolute  must-read for anyone--young or old--who likes their fiction fast and  fantastical. This story will certainly leave them breathless for more.--Susan Harrison