11 Mar 2013 ... This is a great series for anyone even remotely interested in the supernatural. The reader learns along with Tom the mythology, origin, and “ ...The Spook's Apprentice, The Spook's Curse and The Spook's Secret have all been shortlisted for the Lancashire children's Book for the Year Award. The Spook's Apprentice is the winner of both the Sefton Book Award and the Hampshire Book Award. Customer reviews. 4.8 out of 5 stars. 4.8 out of 5 ...The Spook's Apprentice: Book 1 - Ebook written by Joseph Delaney. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read The Spook's Apprentice: Book 1.Industry Reviews. Teenage readers looking instead for total fantasy should hasten to Joseph Delaney's The Spook's Apprentice. . .This terrific novel is as black as David Wyatt's ingenious ink drawings that head each chapter * Independent * An absorbing tale with scary scenarios and a great central relationship between Thomas and his master * …Jan 1, 2010 · A companion title to the phenomenally successful Spook's series. Discover how to bind a boggart and deal with a dead witch in this fascinating and lavishly illustrated Spook's own "notebook". A must for die-hard fans of the series and an irresistible introduction to the dark and the dangerous for new recruits. Show more. The Last Apprentice: The Spook's Tale: And Other Horrors - Kindle edition by Delaney, Joseph. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or …The Starblade Chronicles Series. The Starblade Chronicles are a trilogy following the continued adventures of Tom Ward, who has finished his apprenticeship and is now a Spook in his own right dedicated to fighting an unparalleled evil threatening the County, and the world. However, unlike past Spooks, Tom is only seventeen, and he is met with ...Joseph Delaney, Patrick Arrasmith (Illustrator ) It's going to be a long, hard, cruel winter. And there couldn't be a worse place to spend it than up on Anglezarke. Thomas Ward is the apprentice for the local Spook, who captures witches and drives away ghosts. As the weather gets colder and the nights draw in, the Spook receives an unexpected ...14 Mar 2015 ... So, 17 years later, that became The Spook's Apprentice.” In the film, Tom Ward, the 13-year-old apprentice ghostbuster, has metamorphosed ...Joseph Delaney. (Joseph Henry Delaney) ( 1945 - 2022) aka J K Haderack. Joseph Delaney was the English author of the dark fantasy series Spook's and The Starblade Chronicles, as well as other spinoffs and information books. Most of the places in the Spook's books were based on real places in Lancashire. And the inspiration behind the stories ... The Last Apprentice Series Book #8 - 4.5 stars ... Rage of the Fallen is the 8th book in The Last Apprentice series by Joseph Delaney. Tom, the Spook's apprentice, has made a lot of enemies in his three years fighting the dark. One of his enemies, Morrigan -the goddess of witches has told him not to ever set foot in her …Joseph Delaney. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is …The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles – over 3 million copies sold worldwide! ‘ Someone has to stand …The Spook's apprentice by Delaney, Joseph, 1945-Publication date 2005 ... Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook ... 15 Jan 2024 ... "I see your future clearly. Your master will be dead, and you will be alone. It would be better if you had never been born.... The Spook's Curse · Joseph Delaney · Young Adult / Horror / Science Fiction & Fantasy ... show more ▽Now it's the dark's turn to be afraid .....Jul 20, 2018 · Book No: 02 of 13. The Spook and his apprentice, Thomas Ward, have travelled to Priestown on some unfinished business. For deep in the catacombs of the ancient cathedral lurks a daemon the Spook has never been able to defeat, an entity so evil that the whole County is in danger of being corrupted by its powers. They call it ‘the Bane’. The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles – over 3 million copies sold worldwide!The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles - over 3 million copies sold worldwide! 'Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can.'. For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. Now his time is coming to an end, but who will take over?6 Mar 2020 ... In one there are 3 witches, one is alive and bound by iron, another is dead and also bound in the same way to keep her from returning and the ...Jan 1, 2004 · by Joseph Delaney (Author) 4.5 2,852 ratings. Book 1 of 17: The Last Apprentice. See all formats and editions. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is hard, the Spook is distant and many apprentices have failed before Thomas. Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. This is a new spooks story featuring Tom and Alice, but introducing a new character, a young monk called …Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice , was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles – over 3 million copies sold worldwide! ‘ Someone has to stand …Book No: 06 of 13. As the Spook’s apprentice, Tom’s first duty is to protect the County from the dark. But now Mam needs his help in her homeland of Greece. One of the most dangerous of the Old Gods, the Ordeen, is about to return there bringing slaughter and devastation. Mam has summoned a powerful group to her side, but among them are Tom ...385 ratings20 reviews. This haunting stand-alone story is a must have for SPOOK'S fans and a perfect introduction to Joseph Delaney's terrifying series which has sold 3 million copies sold worldwide! The Spook is away on a dangerous job, and left behind, his seventh apprentice, Will, is compelled to help a boy whose father has been kidnapped by ...Dec 26, 2008 · The Spook's Apprentice. Joseph Delaney. Red Fox, 2009 - Juvenile Fiction - 324 pages. A terrifying series about a young boy training to be an exorcist. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is hard, the Spook is distant and many apprentices have failed before Thomas. Authors: Joseph Delaney, Mark Walden, Joseph Delaney, Mark Delaney, Joseph; Walden ... The Spook's Apprentice (The Last Apprentice / Wardstone Chronicles, #1).Book No: 01 of 13 Next. Thomas Ward, the seventh son of a seventh son, has been apprenticed to the local spook, John Gregory. The job is hard and many apprentices have failed, over a third dying in …Paperback – June 30, 2022. by Delaney Joseph (Author) 4.7 136 ratings. Book 3 of 4: The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf. See all formats and editions. Another thrilling and magical adventure from master storyteller Joseph Delaney, set in the multi-million copy bestselling world of The Spook's Apprentice. We are entering a new age of darkness.The Spook's Apprentice. Home; Children's; Junior Fiction; Junior Fiction; Authors. Joseph Delaney. ISBN. 9781782952459. Published. 02 / 01 / 2014. Released. 01 / 01 / 2014. Binding. Paperback. Pages. 352. Dimensions. 129 x 198 x 22mm 'Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can.'The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles - over 3 million copies sold worldwide! 'Someone has to stand against the dark. And you're the only one who can.' For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. Now his time is coming to an end, but who will take over? Many …The Spook's Apprentice. Hardcover – January 1, 2004. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is …Jan 1, 2010 · A companion title to the phenomenally successful Spook's series. Discover how to bind a boggart and deal with a dead witch in this fascinating and lavishly illustrated Spook's own "notebook". A must for die-hard fans of the series and an irresistible introduction to the dark and the dangerous for new recruits. Show more. The Spook's Curse is the second book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles - over 3 million copies sold worldwide!Joseph Delaney, Patrick Arrasmith (Illustrator) 4.15. 3,748 ratings148 reviews. Beware a girl in pointy shoes. A girl wearing pointy shoes might be a witch. And the first thing a spook's apprentice learns …Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. ... Like in The Spook's Apprentice, the setting played a substantial role in the shaping of the story, ...Jan 1, 2013 · Joseph Delaney. 4.19. 6,364 ratings473 reviews. ‘He’s the seventh son of a seventh son. His name is Thomas J. Ward and he’s my gift to the County. When he’s old enough we’ll send you word. Train him well. He’ll be the best apprentice you’ve ever had and he’ll also be your last.’. These were the words of Tom's Mam to the county ... 25 Feb 2013 ... For Tom Ward, the Spook's apprentice, the pressure is now on. Having bound the Fiend's spirit temporarily he now has to come up with a ...The Last Apprentice Book 1: The Spook's Apprentice. Author: Joseph Delaney. The Last Apprentice Book 1: The Spook's Apprentice. Author Joseph Delaney. Narrator Jamie Glover. Series The Last Apprentice, Book 1. Duration 5h 10m. ... As the Spook's apprentice Tom's first duty is to protect the County from the dark. But now Mam needs …Spook’s Apprentice is was a YA debut novel by Joseph Delaney, so I’ll be find *crosses heart*. Spook’s is one of those a-typical British fantasy novels, where it takes a lot of influences through the English countryside and English …Description. The Spook's Apprentice is the first book in Joseph Delaney's terrifying Wardstone Chronicles over 3 million copies sold worldwide! ... For years, the ...Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold millions of copies. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.--This text refers to the paperback edition.Series list: The Last Apprentice (15 Books) by Joseph Delaney. A sortable list in reading order and chronological order with publication date, genre, and rating. ... Revenge of the Witch // The Spook's Apprentice: Sep-2005: 5: 2: Curse of the Bane: Jul-2007: 5: 3: Night of the Soul Stealer: Aug-2008: 5: 4: Attack of the Fiend: Mar-2008: 5: 5 ...Jan 1, 2004 · Spook’s Apprentice is was a YA debut novel by Joseph Delaney, so I’ll be find *crosses heart*. Spook s is one of those a-typical British fantasy novels, where it takes a lot of influences through the English countryside and English mannerisms (J R R Tolken, C S Lewis etc). The Starblade Chronicles Series. The Starblade Chronicles are a trilogy following the continued adventures of Tom Ward, who has finished his apprenticeship and is now a Spook in his own right dedicated to fighting an unparalleled evil threatening the County, and the world. However, unlike past Spooks, Tom is only seventeen, and he is met with ...The Spook's Apprentice: Book 1 - Ebook written by Joseph Delaney. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read The Spook's Apprentice: Book 1.The Spooks Books 1 - 13 Complete Wardstone Chronicles Collection Set by Joseph Delaney ( Apprentice, Curse, Secret, Battle, Destiny, Alice, Revenge & MORE!): The Spook's Apprentice: For years, the local Spook has been keeping the County safe from evil. The Spook's Curse: It's the job of the Spook and his apprentice.The Last Apprentice Series Book #8 - 4.5 stars ... Rage of the Fallen is the 8th book in The Last Apprentice series by Joseph Delaney. Tom, the Spook's apprentice, has made a lot of enemies in his three years fighting the dark. One of his enemies, Morrigan -the goddess of witches has told him not to ever set foot in her …Aug 18, 2022 · Spook's author Joseph Delaney dies aged 77. 18 August 2022. PA Media. Delaney's books sold more than 4.5 million copies around the world and have been translated into 30 languages. The Last Apprentice Series Book #8 - 4.5 stars ... Rage of the Fallen is the 8th book in The Last Apprentice series by Joseph Delaney. Tom, the Spook's apprentice, has made a lot of enemies in his three years fighting the dark. One of his enemies, Morrigan -the goddess of witches has told him not to ever set foot in her …Sequels are The Starblade Chronicles series and The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf series.This series is known as:* Wardstone Chronicles (UK) 1st re...Spook’s Apprentice is was a YA debut novel by Joseph Delaney, so I’ll be find *crosses heart*. Spook’s is one of those a-typical British fantasy novels, where it takes a lot of influences through the English countryside and English …Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. ... This review serves to stand in as much for the entire Spook's Apprentice series as for this one particular ...15 Jan 2024 ... "I see your future clearly. Your master will be dead, and you will be alone. It would be better if you had never been born.by Joseph Delaney • 4 books in this series. #1 - Brother Wulf Joseph Delaney. When young novice monk Brother Beowulf is sent to spy on Spook Johnson, he has no idea of the trouble he's about to find himself in. Johnson boasts to Wulf of his battles against demonic creatures, and even seems to imprison local witches, though Wulf is sceptical.The Spook's apprentice ... The Spook's apprentice by Delaney, Joseph, 1945-Publication date 2005 Topics Exorcism -- Fiction, Exorcism Publisher ... 325 unnumbered pages ; 18 …... The Spook's Curse · Joseph Delaney · Young Adult / Horror / Science Fiction & Fantasy ... show more ▽Now it's the dark's turn to be afraid .....Industry Reviews. Teenage readers looking instead for total fantasy should hasten to Joseph Delaney's The Spook's Apprentice. . .This terrific novel is as black as David Wyatt's ingenious ink drawings that head each chapter * Independent * An absorbing tale with scary scenarios and a great central relationship between Thomas and his master * …Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. This is a new spooks story featuring Tom and Alice, but introducing a new character, a young monk called …Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.Joseph Delaney. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is …The Spook's Apprentice - read free eBook by Joseph Delaney in online reader directly on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader.The Spook's Nightmare is the continuation of an incredible YA series by Joseph Delaney. The series itself follows Tom Ward who becomes the apprentice of the County Spook and learns the various methods of trapping and defeating the creatures of the Dark which inhabit the County. Overcoming beings from Boggles to witches is just part of …Browse Joseph Delaney’s best-selling audiobooks and newest titles. Discover more authors you’ll love listening to on Audible. English. ... The Spook's Apprentice, The Spook's Curse and The Spook's Secret have all been shortlisted for the Lancashire children's Book for the Year Award. The Spook's Apprentice is the winner of both the …Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. This is a new spooks story featuring Tom and Alice, but introducing a new character, a young monk called …Joseph Delaney. Another thrilling and magical adventure from master storyteller Joseph Delaney, set in the multi-million copy bestselling world of The Spook's ApprenticeWe are entering a new age of darkness. Hell has grown in power and neither priest nor Spook can do anything about it. Spook's, published as The Last Apprentice in the United States, is a children's dark fantasy series by English author Joseph Delaney. It is published by imprints of Penguin Random House in the United Kingdom, and HarperCollins in the United States. Hardcover. from $124.99 1 Collectible from $124.99. Paperback. $10.08 12 Used from $6.08. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is hard, the Spook is distant and many apprentices have failed before Thomas. Somehow Thomas must learn how to exorcise ghosts, …Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore. The Spook and his apprentice, Thomas Ward, deal with the dark. Together they rid the county of witches, ghosts and boggarts. But now they have unfinished business to attend to in Priestown. Deep in the catacombs of the cathedral, lurks the Spook's nemesis - the Bane. A creature he has never been able to defeat. As Thomas and his master prepare …385 ratings20 reviews. This haunting stand-alone story is a must have for SPOOK'S fans and a perfect introduction to Joseph Delaney's terrifying series which has sold 3 million copies sold worldwide! The Spook is away on a dangerous job, and left behind, his seventh apprentice, Will, is compelled to help a boy whose father has been kidnapped by ...18 Dec 2013 ... the best apprentice you've ever had and he'll also be your last ... Joseph Delaney talks about 'The Spook's Revenge'. 3.8K views · 10 years ...Joseph Delaney's popular book, The Spook's Apprentice, told the story of Thomas Ward, apprenticed to the local spook to help keep the county safe.Brother Wulf: Wulf's Bane (The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf Book 2) - Kindle edition by Delaney, Joseph. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Brother Wulf: Wulf's Bane (The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf Book 2).Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. ... Like in The Spook's Apprentice, the setting played a substantial role in the shaping of the story, ...The Spook and his apprentice, Thomas Ward, deal with the dark.Together they rid the county of witches, ghosts and boggarts. But now they have unfinished business to attend to in Priestown. Deep in the catacombs of the cathedral, lurks the Spook's nemesis - the Bane. A creature he has never been able to defeat. As Thomas and his master prepare ...The first terrifying tale in the Starblade Chronicles, from the bestselling author of The Spook’s Apprentice. Share this: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) ... Joseph Delaney. Arena 13. Joseph Delaney. If you want to be a writer, keep a notebook. You need to jot down every idea for a story that comes into your head. Don’t think to …Jan 1, 2004 · Spook’s Apprentice is was a YA debut novel by Joseph Delaney, so I’ll be find *crosses heart*. Spook’s is one of those a-typical British fantasy novels, where it takes a lot of influences through the English countryside and English mannerisms (J R R Tolken, C S Lewis etc). Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. This is a new spooks story featuring Tom and Alice, but introducing a new character, a young monk called …Joseph Delaney is a retired English teacher living in Lancashire. He has three children and seven grandchildren and is a wonderful public speaker available for conference, library and bookshop events. ... The Spook's Apprentice is the winner of both the Sefton Book Award and the Hampshire Book Award. Customer reviews. 4.5 out of 5 …
Jul 1, 2004 · The Spook's Apprentice is the first novel in The Wardstone Chronicles, written by Joseph Delaney. The book was later loosely adapted into the 2014 film, Seventh Son. The novel was originally published on July 1st, 2004 by The Bodley Head in hardback, but since has been published in paperback (published by Red Fox) and reprinted in a new-style cover. The book was also released in the U.S. as ... . Theme song to rocky
Sep 2, 2022 · The children’s author Joseph Delaney, who has died aged 77, was best known for the series of novels that began with The Spook’s Apprentice (2004), and the 2014 film based on it, Seventh Son. Revenge of the Witch // The Spook's Apprentice. Sep-2005. 5. 2. Curse of the Bane. Jul-2007. 5. 3. Night of the Soul Stealer. Sequels are The Starblade Chronicles series and The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf series.This series is known as:* Wardstone Chronicles (UK) 1st re...Another thrilling and magical adventure from master storyteller Joseph Delaney, set in the multi-million copy best-selling world of The Spook's Apprentice. We are entering a new age of darkness. Hell has grown in power, and neither priest nor …The Spook's Apprentice: Brother Wulf ... #2 - Brother Wulf: Wulf's Bane Joseph Delaney. Wulf has left behind life in the monastery and is now the Apprentice to Spook Johnson, assisting him in protecting the County from denizens of the dark - which mainly involves Wulf acting as bait. But Wulf is captured by Hrothgar, a giant with abilities to …All 13 volumes of Joseph Delaney's internationally best-selling fantasy adventure series, The Last Apprentice, plus the two short story collections and The Spook's Bestiary —all together for the first time!. Tom Ward is …Book No: 06 of 13. As the Spook’s apprentice, Tom’s first duty is to protect the County from the dark. But now Mam needs his help in her homeland of Greece. One of the most dangerous of the Old Gods, the Ordeen, is about to return there bringing slaughter and devastation. Mam has summoned a powerful group to her side, but among them are Tom ...The Spook's Apprentice (American title: The Last Apprentice: Revenge of the Witch) is a 2004 children's dark fantasy novel by Joseph Delaney. It was published by The Bodley Head and Red Fox in the United Kingdom, and Greenwillow Books in the United States. It is the first story in The Wardstone Chronicles … See moreWhen the Spook is captured by bloodthirsty creatures of the dark, Tom must vanquish a god, avenge his master, and protect the person he loves most—Alice—from himself. The Last Apprentice series is soon to be a major motion picture, Seventh Son , starring Jeff Bridges, Ben Barnes, Alicia Vikander, Kit Harington, Olivia Williams, Antje Traue ... The Spook's Apprentice (American title: The Last Apprentice: Revenge of the Witch) is a 2004 children's dark fantasy novel by Joseph Delaney. It was published by The Bodley Head and Red Fox in the United Kingdom, and Greenwillow Books in the United States. It is the first story in The Wardstone Chronicles arc of the Spook's series. 24 Jun 2014 ... Joseph Delaney: my original inspiration for Spook's Apprentice was moving into a village that had a boggart ... Who or what inspired you to create ...Joseph Henry Delaney (25 July 1945 – 16 August 2022) was an English author best known for his children's dark fantasy series, Spook's, ... The Spook's Apprentice marked the …Lancashire Book Award: (2005), ‘The Spook’s Apprentice ... Joseph Delaney. Arena 13. Joseph Delaney. If you want to be a writer, keep a notebook. You need to jot down every idea for a story that comes into your head. Don’t think to censor your ideas either! The idea is new and you are too close to it to judge its value. Ten years later it may strike you in a …Joseph Delaney, Patrick Arrasmith (Illustrator ) It's going to be a long, hard, cruel winter. And there couldn't be a worse place to spend it than up on Anglezarke. Thomas Ward is the apprentice for the local Spook, who captures witches and drives away ghosts. As the weather gets colder and the nights draw in, the Spook receives an unexpected ...Joseph has further expanded upon the so called ‘Spook’s series’ with various Wardstone chronicles spin offs such as Interception point. Joseph Delaney has three children. +The Spook’s Apprentice. Thomas Ward is special. He is the Seventh Son of a Seventh Son, and he has been apprenticed to John Gregory, a local spook.Joseph Delaney was a full time writer living in Lancashire, in the heart of Boggart territory. He is the author of Wardstone Chronicles, Starblade Chronicles, Arena 13, Aberrations and a new book came out in April 2020, Brother Wulf. ... Like in The Spook's Apprentice, the setting played a substantial role in the shaping of the story, ...The Spook's Apprentice No. 1. Hardcover – 1 July 2004. A wonderful and terrifying series by a new writer about a young boy training to be an exorcist. Thomas Ward is the seventh son of a seventh son and has been apprenticed to the local Spook. The job is hard, the Spook is distant and many apprentices have failed before Thomas.Joseph Delaney. Time is running out for Thomas Ward. His final battle against the Fiend is drawing near, and the Spook's apprentice has never felt more alone in his task. Isolated and afraid, the Fiend is set to send the greatest of his servants against him - Siscoi, a Vampire God more ferocious than anything he has yet faced.Jan 27, 2014 · The basic plot is about Tom Ward, the seventh son of a seventh son, who is taken on to be the Spook's apprentice. The Spook protects the country from witches, boggarts, ghasts and ghosts but ... Joseph Delaney used to be an English teacher, before becoming the best-selling author of the Spook's series, which has been published in 30 countries and sold over 4.5 million copies worldwide. The first book, The Spook's Apprentice, was adapted into a major motion picture starring Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore.He is the last hope. But does he stand a chance against Mother Malkin, the most dangerous witch in the County? The Last Apprentice Book 1: The Spook's Apprentice written by Joseph Delaney, narrated by Jamie Glover. Audiobook provided by Listening Books..