
High Rhulain is a classic Redwall adventure featuring Tiria Wildlough, a courageous ottermaid destined for greatness. When she learns of enslaved otters on the distant Green Isle, Tiria leaves the safety of Redwall Abbey to lead a rebellion against the fearsome Wildcat Riggu Felis. This chapter book, suitable for ages 4-11, is packed with action, riddles, and themes of justice, bravery, and leadership. Parents should be aware of themes of slavery and moderate violence inherent in the battles between good and evil animal factions, but the overall tone is one of hope and triumph. It's an excellent choice for children who love epic quests and anthropomorphic animal stories.
Young Tiria Wildlough is an otter maid touched by the paw of Destiny. Her tale is an epic adventure which takes her from Redwall Abbey, across the wild Western sea to the mysterious Green Isle. There she will fulfill an ancient prophesy and gain her inheritance. Green Isle is home to the Otterclans but they are beset by dangers from the Wildcat Riggu Felis and his catguard slave masters. Aided by two birds and a platoon of Long patrol hares, Tiria joins forces with the outlaw Leatho Shellhound and his Otterclan. In the true tradition of Redwall comes a new saga full of feasts and fighting, riddles and quests, and a heroine you’re not likely to forget as she strives to become the chosen one—the High Rhulain!