Synopses & Reviews
Keladry of Mindelan has finally achieved her life-long dream of being a knight. But it's not turning out as she imagined at all. With the land of Tortall at war with the Scanrans, she has been assigned to oversee a refugee camp. But Kel has had a vision in the Chamber a vision of the man behind the horrific battle machines that her fellow knights and friends are now fighting without her. She is torn between a duty she has sworn to do and a quest that she feels could turn the tide of the war. Bestselling author Tamora Pierce captivates her readers by telling stories filled with the classic elements of fantasy: high adventure, magic, and a touch of romance. But what makes the stories resonate with her legions of fans is the realism, often intense, that grounds her books in a modern sensibilty.
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"This is an essential and satisfying book..." School Library Journal
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"This eagerly awaited fourth and final book in the Protector of the Small series will not disappoint Pierce's many fans....this novel draws the reader into a complete and believable fantasy world." VOYA
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"Kel's world is completely realized in quick, precise detail." Booklist
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Kel has finally achieved her lifelong dream of being a knight. But now she is torn between a duty she has sworn to uphold and a quest that she feels could turn the tide of war.
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Protector of the Small #4Keladry of Mindelan has finally achieved her life-long dream of being a knight. But its not turning out as she imagined at all. With the land of Tortall at war with the Scanrans, she has been assigned to oversee a refugee camp. But Kel has had a vision in the Chamber—a vision of the man behind the horrific battle machines that her fellow knights and friends are now fighting without her. She is torn between a duty she has sworn and a quest that she feels could turn the tide of the war. . .
About the Author
Tamora Pierce is a bestselling author of fantasy books for teenagers. Her books, known for their teenaged girl warriors, have received critical acclaim and a strong fanbase.