1 / 6Renegades: The Magic Awakens (Book 1) by Erin Hunter
Renegades: The Magic Awakens is the first book in Erin Hunter’s fantasy series about orphaned cat sisters Willow and Luna, who encounter magical animals and humans seeking to control them. Its urban setting and themes of sisterhood, loyalty and freedom suit readers looking for an animal-led fantasy adventure.
At a glance
- Follows sisters Willow and Luna as they encounter animals with magical abilities and competing groups in their city.
- The story centres on sisterhood, loyalty, belonging, freedom and power.
- Listed reading age is 9 - 13 years, and the book is 204 pages.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The cat protagonists and magical-animal premise combine animal adventure with urban fantasy.
- The sisters’ contrasting attitudes to the magical world introduce a clear personal conflict alongside the wider struggle.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Scholastic |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 204 pages |
| Reading age | 9 - 13 years |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0702348785 |
| ISBN-10 | 0702348783 |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 1.8 x 19.4 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 160 g |
What to know before buying
- The plot includes the sisters’ mother dying at human hands and humans attempting to control magical animals, which may matter to readers checking story themes.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers aged 9 - 13 looking for animal-centred fantasy.
- Fans of Erin Hunter’s Warriors stories who want a different series with magical creatures and sibling themes.
- Readers who enjoy urban fantasy involving competing groups and questions of freedom and control.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking non-fiction, a standalone story, or a book without conflict involving animal characters.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What is Renegades: The Magic Awakens about?
Orphaned sisters Willow and Luna meet magical animals in the city. Luna is drawn into their world, while Willow is more hesitant, and the sisters become caught in a conflict over humans controlling the animals.
Is this the first book in the series?
Yes. The listing identifies it as book 1 and describes it as the launch of a new series.
What age is the book listed for?
The listed reading age is 9 - 13 years.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 204 pages.
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