The Battle of Hackham Heath is the second installment in the Ranger's Apprentice Early Years series. The book is set for release in the United States on November 29, 2016. When the former Baron Morgarath escaped to avoid punishment for treason, an uneasy peace fell on Araluen. But Morgarath, now in hiding, is already planning his next move, recruiting an army of savage, overpowering beasts known as Wargals. Newly crowned King Duncan knows he must prepare for war.