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The sixteenth full length Redwall novel sheds light on the Abbey's ancient origins in a thrilling adventure. Loamhedge, the deserted Abbey, has been forgotten for countless seasons. What secrets do it's ruins hold? When it becomes clear that wheelchair-bound Martha might be cured by a formula buried there, two old warriors are inspired by the spirit of Martin the Warrior himself to go on a quest for the ancient Abbey and three young rebels are determined to go with them. Meanwhile. the giant badger Lonna Bowstripe thirsts for vengeance as he relentlessly pursues Raga Bl and his murdering crew of Searats...who are on their way to attack Redwall itself. The valiant Abbeybeasts must defend their home, but how can they, when their boldest warriors are away on their quest? Will Redwall fall to vermin invaders at last?
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"Although this was on my toread list for a while, I bumped it up when I found out about Brian Jacques' passing. His books have always been favorites of mine, and I recommend them to students who like fantasy-adventure books (or animal-related books) frequently. One could say there is a pat formula to these books - there are almost always fights against vermin, a long journey, more than one storyline that come together at the end... but to me it is comforting in a way. The ability to always revisit the hungry hares, guerilla unions of shrews, fabulous feasts, singing otters, down-to-earth molespeak - I love it. I appreciate that there are 21 books in the series - there always seems to be another I can read when I want to enter that world... but I am saddened that after the 21st, there won't be any new ventures into Redwall. Of course, one could just start the series over again..."
— Sue (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Just as wild and woolly as its predecessors…The only thing that’s certain is that the fur will fly and numerous feasts will be noisily consumed in yet another fur-tastic tale from beloved British storyteller Brian Jacques.”
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“This full-cast production of the brave critters and evil vermin is, like all of Jacques’ other productions, utterly splendid. The narrator’s thick brogue sets the tone for the cast to bring all these folks to life. The numerous songs are performed with great animation and verve, being in themselves worth listening to. The musical transitions between sides and chapters are an added special touch to this enchanting tale.”
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“Fans of the Redwall series will be mightily pleased by Jacques’ new action-packed adventure…The action never lets up, the bad guys are satisfyingly evil, and the Abbeybeasts seem like old friends. The story is laced with humor, the feasts are mouth-watering, and the language is rich. Yep, it’s another good yarn.”
— Booklist -
“A fine blend of dramatic and comic action…Jacques weaves a vivid tapestry, capably mingling several plot strands and creating a myriad of colorfully limned characters…Even the smallest squirrelbabe and tiniest shrew come alive as memorable characters. Amidst the sieges, frantic chases, and full-scale battle scenes, there are moments of levity, rapturous descriptions of feasts, and heroic ballads, humorous ditties, and lullabies.”
— Horn Book Magazine
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A USA Today bestseller
Loamhedge Listener Reviews
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" I really enjoyed this book. It's full of heroism and loyalty in ones friends. A great read once one can get past reading cockney and Scottish highland accents. "
— Patrick, 2/17/2014 -
" Not a great book. I enjoyed it because it had the memorable writing which Jacques puts into all his work. Otherwise the story is rather, bland as are the characters. There are no rollover characters from the other books. Overall I'd say you can pass this book up. "
— David, 2/14/2014 -
" a great read! Bragoon and Saro were great warrior and mentors to the young and foolish Horty, Fenna, and Springald. Great warriors lost and great warriors born. You'll be cheering for Lonna to recover, Martha to walk, and Redwall to be safe from vermin. "
— Donna, 1/19/2014 -
" Bragoon and Saro are such great caracters. "
— Molly, 12/25/2013 -
" Haha i like how people still inhabit it. Or, at least, they live Near it! Brian Jaques, You did it again! "
— Dan, 12/20/2013 -
" Loamhedge is a very exciting book, filled with action and suspense. It is about the badger Lonna, the adventurers Bragoon and Sarobando, and the haremaid Martha. Each person adds a new element to the story, and it ends with everyone crossing paths to defeat murderous vermin. "
— Harrisondiesl, 11/16/2013 -
" I did not like that to main characters died but otherwise it was good "
— Max, 10/26/2013 -
" Like all of the other books in this series, there is plenty of adventure in this story! This was another great coming-of-age story, with two highly memorable and lovable heroes in Bragoon and Saro. Highly recommended! "
— Jessica, 10/14/2013 -
" A very poignant and heartwarming book. "
— Emily, 8/22/2013 -
" Love It! But it's totally a little kid book. "
— triple, 3/25/2013 -
" It would be my dream to actually meet Brian Jacques someday! "
— zoe, 2/22/2013 -
" Wonderful Though one of the dibbuns were hard to translate "
— Abigail, 2/6/2013 -
" Not nearly as good as the others. "
— Susanna, 2/1/2013 -
" you can never get enough brian jacques "
— Jennifer, 4/3/2012 -
" For those times when you need to get away and can't. "
— Jo, 3/10/2012 -
" I had about the same reaction to this as I did to Legend of Luke--I was expected much more of the history of the past, rather than the story of the beasts going to discover the past. This one felt really weak, and I felt Mattimeo was a much better look at the ruins of Loamhedge. "
— Caroline, 8/25/2011 -
" What an epic. Here we revisit Mattimeo's travels. We meet new characters and face unknown foes. Here is wild adventure. "
— Ann, 7/19/2011 -
" Bragoon and Saro are such great caracters. "
— Molly, 6/13/2011 -
" This book is so sad. Why do Sarro and Bragoon have to die in the end? I guess this is the only way that they would ever die, but it just tears at the heart. "
— Matt, 5/16/2011 -
" this book is a book that book i lo-o-o-o-o-ove!!!!!!!!!!!!! i recomend this book for anybody that likes adventure, very good food and a little bit of fighting!! <br/> <br/>h.chapin "
— Acton, 3/9/2011 -
" My favorite in the whole series. "
— Mccrazy, 1/11/2011 -
" See Redwall for my complete review of this series "
— Gatorgal21, 12/22/2010 -
" It would be my dream to actually meet Brian Jacques someday! "
— zoe, 12/15/2010 -
" A very poignant and heartwarming book. "
— Emily, 11/19/2010 -
" I did not like that to main characters died but otherwise it was good "
— Max, 7/13/2010 -
" An addicting series you just cannot put down. "
— April, 1/20/2010 -
" Loved it. Brian Jacques is a force to be reckoned with. <br/> <br/>(I've read the entire series) "
— Alexia, 12/17/2009
About Brian Jacques
Brian Jacques has had many professions, including
longshoreman, truck driver, and folk singer. In addition to the vast readership
he has earned with his Redwall novels, Brian has earned a devoted army of
listeners with his weekly radio program on BBC Merseyside. For this recording
Brian himself leads a full cast of actors in bringing to life the adventures of
the inhabitants of Redwall Abbey.