Tamora Pierce's books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. More timely than ever, the Protector of the Small series is Anti-Bullying 101 while also touching on issues of bravery, friendship, and dealing humanely with refugees against a backdrop of an action-packed fantasy adventure. And those who hate the idea of a female knight are getting desperate-they will do anything to thwart her progress. The kingdom's nobles are beginning to wonder if she can succeed far beyond what they imagined. When a group of pages is trapped by bandits, the boys depend on Kel to lead them to safety. She is still trying to master her paralyzing fear of heights and keep up with Lord Wyldon's grueling training schedule. But even with her loyal circle of friends at her side, Kel's battle to prove herself isn't over yet. fail to listen.Īs the only female page in history to pass the first year of training to become a knight, Keladry of Mindelan is a force to be reckoned with. Pierce is the real lioness, and we're all just running to keep pace.The second book in the New York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: TAMORA PIERCE. Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author 'Tamora Pierce didn't just blaze a trail. Cracking open one of her marvelous novels always feels like coming home.' - SARAH J. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration. 'Tamora Pierce's books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. She will fight to succeed, even when the test is unfair. It’s just one more way to separate Kel from her fellow trainees.

He says she must pass a one-year trial that no male page has ever had to endure. The training master is dead set against girls becoming knights.

But standing in Kel’s way is Lord Wyldon. She believes she is ready for the traditional hazing and grueling schedule of a page. After years in the Yamani Islands, she knows that women can be warriors, and now that she’s returned home, Kel is determined to achieve her goal. Keladry of Mindelan is the first girl who dares to take advantage of a new rule in Tortall-one that allows females to train for knighthood. Her adventure begins in the New York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: TAMORA PIERCE. Summary: Kel will not allow this first test to be her last.

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