Scotland. 1307. Thirteen-year-old Tormod MacLeod is different. He knows things before they happen. Even his own brother treats him differently, and all Tormod can do is bide his time until he's old enough to leave the village and make something of himself. His chance comes sooner than expected when a Templar knight asks him to deliver a secret message. But Tormod's efforts end up endangering both their lives. What follows is a desperate journey to escape the army of King Philippe le Bel of France. If he is to survive, Tormod must learn to harness the powers within.<p>"Kat Black is a refreshing voice in young adult fiction--wonderfully original, compelling, and thought-provoking." --Allen Say <p><p>"A fascinating book . . . with a depth of history. The blend of religion and the supernatural make this a very intriguing novel. Engrossing, well-researched, and well-told." <p>--Ed Masessa, Scholastic Book Fairs and author of #1 NY Times bestseller The Wandmaker's Guidebook<p><p>"A Templar's Apprentice hooked me from the first page and never let up. With her amazing gift of bringing ancient settings to life, Black creates a world so complete that when I closed the book I could still feel its pull on me. With one surprising turn after the next, she brings the reader along on an exhilarating adventure of Templar Knights, a stolen map, a mysterious carved statue, and a brave boy with second-sight. I can't wait for the next in the series."<p>---Wendy Mass, author of A Mango-Shaped Space <p><p>