Taggerung by Brian Jacques

In a world where animals possess human-like qualities, a young otter named Deyna is kidnapped from his home at Redwall Abbey by the villainous vermin leader, Sawney Rath, who believes Deyna is destined to be the Taggerung, a legendary warrior. Raised among the vermin, Deyna grows into a formidable fighter but struggles with his identity and the violent life imposed upon him. As he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, he encounters various creatures, faces moral dilemmas, and ultimately seeks to return to his true home, challenging the destiny others have chosen for him.

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