The ranger's apprentice: ruins of gorlan is a thrilling book that will ked you on the edge of your seat. If you love a book that takes place in medieval times, then it is a great choice for you. The main. character, will. Lives in an orphanage known as the ward. In the ward, he was placed in a choosing ceremony. where masters choose their apprentice to mentor. When will goes up, he is not accepted by a single master. Accept the one that thinks there is something special about him.