By: Tamora Pierce
Genre: Young
Adult/Teen Fantasy
Pages: 274
Published: 1983
Told In: Third Person
Told In: Third Person
Series: Song of
the Lioness, Book 1 of 4
“Movie” Rating: G
Compare to:
The Seer and the Sword, Victoria Hanley
Rowan Hood, Nancy Springer
The Blue Sword, Robin McKinley
In a nutshell:
Disguised as a boy, Alanna takes her twin brother’s place at
the palace as a page learning to become a knight.
What you may enjoy:
Fantastic world with a strong female character. The story is
packed with magic, mystery, and adventure. Alanna is a great role model for
young girls. The plot line is light and fun.
What you may NOT
enjoy:
Although unique for the time it was published, there are now
many similar stories. Long YA books were rare, so Alanna packs in a lot of
years and experiences into one book.
Warnings:
Violence and Disturbing Images:
Girl held by a dark force; girl fights magical beings; boy
beats girl; girl beats boy; boy dies
Sex and Nudity:
None. Note: starting
with book 2 sex and a form of birth control are introduced
Language and Profanity:
Damned
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