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Song of the Lioness, Book 1: Alanna: A Graphic Novel Adaptation

Tamora Pierce; adapted by Vita Ayala, illustrated by Sam Beck

This graphic-novel adaptation introduces Alanna of Trebond, a noble girl in Tortall. Though women are barred from becoming knights, she wants to earn a shield. She travels to the capital posing as a boy and starts page training, the first stage of knighthood. Difficult work and harsh conditions test her, while her ability and determination help her make allies among nobles and people in the lower city.

This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.

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Themes
Adventure · Courage · Identity · Women And Girls
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Harry N. Abrams
Published
May 13, 2025
Pages
256
ISBN-13
9781419765575
Language
English
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