Protector of the Small

Pages: 240
Published: 1999
Language: English

In a world where knighthood is reserved for boys, Keladry of Mindelan is determined to break tradition. As the first girl to train for the prestigious knightly order in the realm of Tortall, she faces immense prejudice and a grueling probationary year. Despite the constant hazing and the outright opposition of the training master, Kel's resilience and courage will soon prove that gender is no barrier to honor and bravery.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Inspiring Hopeful Emotional Adventurous

Reluctant Hero Coming of Age

Fantasy High Fantasy Juvenile Young Adult Historical Fiction Adventure

Tamora Pierce

Tamora Pierce (born December 13, 1954, in South Connellsville, Pennsylvania) is an American author of fantasy fiction for young adults, best known for her Tortall novels beginning with the Song of the Lioness quartet (1983–1988). She graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1976 and was awarded the Young Adult Library Services Association's Margaret A. Edwards Award in 2013 for her lasting contribution to writing for teens.

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