Alanna by Tamora Pierce
The First Adventure
In this fantasy novel, a young girl defies the expectations of her society by disguising herself as a boy to pursue her dream of becoming a knight. She swaps places with her twin brother and enters the rigorous training program at the palace, where she must prove her worth in combat and magic while keeping her true identity a secret. Along her journey, she makes both friends and enemies, confronts powerful adversaries, and discovers her own unique magical abilities, all while navigating the challenges of growing up and finding her place in a world that underestimates her because of her gender.
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- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 274
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.8)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 87 Books Written by Women That Are So Good, You Won't Be Able to Put Them Down (Pop Sugar)
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)