| Trickster's Queen Contributor(s): Pierce, Tamora (Author) |
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ISBN: 0375828788 ISBN-13: 9780375828782 Publisher: Ember OUR PRICE: $12.59 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2005 Annotation: Aly's adventure continues. . . . No longer a slave, Alanna's daughter is now spying as part of an underground rebellion against the colonial rulers of the Copper Isles. The people in the rebellion believe that a prophecy in which a new queen will rise up to take the throne is about to be realized. Aly is busy keeping the potential teenage queen and her younger siblings safe, while also keeping her in the dark about her future. But Aly, who is usually adept at anticipating danger and changes, is in for a few nasty surprises. "New York Times and "Wall Street Journal bestselling author Tamora Pierce captured the imagination of readers 20 years ago with "Alanna: " The First Adventure. As of August 2003, she has written 21 books including three completed quartets: The Song of the Lioness, The Immortals, and The Protector of the Small, set in the fantasy realm of Tortall. She has also written the Circle of Magic and The Circle Opens quartets. The author lives in New York, NY. "From the Hardcover edition. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Fiction | Fantasy - General - Young Adult Fiction | Action & Adventure - General - Young Adult Fiction | Girls & Women |
| Dewey: FIC |
| LCCN: 2004003120 |
| Lexile Measure: 840 |
| Series: Aliane (Paperback) |
| Physical Information: 1.07" H x 5.5" W x 8.18" (0.86 lbs) 496 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 82814 Reading Level: 5.9 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 21.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The stage is set for revolution. Legends will rise in this dramatic New York Times and USA Today bestselling conclusion to Trickster's Choice, the spy adventure from the fantasy author who is legend herself: Tamora Pierce No longer a slave, Aly has risen through the ranks of the rebellion to become a master of spies. And just in time, she is brought out of exile and into the heart of the snakes' den that is the Copper Isles royal court. Still, Aly must keep her wager with the trickster god and protect her charges: Sarai, the beautiful, dramatic, and rash potential queen, and Dove, the more cautious and often overlooked younger sister. Can they step out of the shadows and prove they're a force to be reckoned with? As the revolution builds, Aly's relationship with half crow, half man Nawat deepens. But he must be prepared to step into a role bigger than his personal desires. And Aly must balance her passion for overthrowing the cruel leaders with the dangers lurking around every corner. Can she rise to the challenge . . . and what price must she pay for changing a kingdom's destiny? "Tamora Pierce's books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration. Cracking open one of her marvelous novels always feels like coming home." --SARAH J. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierce didn't just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Pierce is the real lioness, and we're all just running to keep pace." --LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author |