

The Protector of the Small books are my absolute favorites of the Tortall books (with the first two Beka Cooper books running an extremely close second). LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author Pierce is the real lioness, and we're all just running to keep pace." Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. "Tamora Pierce didn't just blaze a trail. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author Cracking open one of her marvelous novels always feels like coming home." 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. 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.

or embark on a quest that could turn the tide of the war? Perhaps this battle is as important as the war with Scanra? When Kel has a vision of the man behind the horrific killing devices that her friends are fighting without her, will she honor her sworn duty. Nevertheless, she’s learning the importance of caring for people who have been robbed of their homes, wealth, and self-respect. She’s sure it’s because Lord Wyldon still doesn’t see her as equal to the men. In the midst of a brutal war, Kel has been assigned to oversee a refugee camp. Keladry of Mindelan has finally achieved her lifelong dream of becoming a knight-but it’s not quite what she imagined. The stunning conclusion to the New York Times bestselling series from the fantasy author who is a legend herself: TAMORA PIERCE.
