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Title	:	Protector of the Small (Protector of the Small #1-4)
Author	:	Tamora Pierce
Book Format	:	Hardcover
Book Edition	:	First Edition
Pages	:	Pages: 791 pages
Published	:	November 2004 by SFBC
Categories	:	Fantasy. Young Adult. Fiction. Magic

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This is my favorite of Tamora Pierce's Tortall series, the one I re-read when I want a book that I know will make me happy. I really love Keladry and her friends. I love that, and it's said in the book, while Alanna from the Lioness series of books had magic and the hand of the goddess on her, Keladry is just a determined girl who wants to right injustices. This series is exciting and engaging, with suspense and victories that the reader can rejoice in. When I was reading this series, I hated to put it down. You are rooting for Keladry. Even when I re-read these books, though I already know what's going to happen, I still get drawn in and want to keep going, and that's a sign of a good book. Pierce really expands on the world of Tortall that was introduced in the previous two series. 10 years have passed since Lady Alanna won her spurs in the first Tortall series, and while the King has declared it legal for girls to become knights, Keladry is the first girl in the 10 years to attempt it. Throughout all 4 books of this series, Keladry faces hazing and bullying, people who insult her and look down on her for pursuing this "un-ladylike" and unconventional "career-path." But I love that she doesn't let that stop her. Yes, she finds some of their insults and behavior hurtful, but she looks to herself and those she respects for approval and affirmation. I love that message for young girls. As opposed to something like Twilight, these books really deliver a message of empowerment and show a great role model for girls. Kelardy's example encourages girls to make well thought out decisions for themselves, to see the hurtful side of bullying, and that with enough determination, anything is possible. That just because something is "the way it's always been," doesn't mean that is how it should be. These books were written in the late 90's, but I feel like Keladry's anti-bully stance is really relevant to today. I also like that, while Keladry has various "love-insterests" through the series, these books are not about romance. These books are Keladry's journey, and yes, there are moments of romance as boys come into her life, but the point is not that she gets married and lives happily ever after. The point of this story is that Keladry set's out to become a knight and she does it! She wanted her spurs so that when she sees something wrong, she can do something about it, and she accomplishes that goal. That's the happily ever after.

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Original Title:	Protector of the Small
ISBN:	0739446983 (ISBN13: 9780739446980)
Edition Language:	English
Series:	Protector of the Small #1-4, Tortall

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Though junior or perhaps young adult fiction and a series that I first read 10+ years ago, this re-read has been almost as enjoyable as the first read. Its not the plot that draws you in, though thats also quite engaging, but the moments that make up Kels life as she goes through her journey in becoming a female warrior in very male-dominant world. Amazing.

Now, this series was written pre-Harry Potter era, which means it targets only young adults, has a small universe, the volumes are smaller and don't end on cliff-hangers.Having said, it is one of the most refreshing reads I have come across in a long time. Despite having a medieval fantasy background, it is a coming of age story of young girl Kelandry Mindelan. Our protagonist Kel is born in a noble family and refuses to follow the time tested career path of being a noble wife. She, instead,

I read this in my early teens and it was great revisiting it! Keladry is a great character - capable, determined, amazingly stoic thanks to her Yamani (Japanese) training, and a leader with a heart for people, especially the downtrodden and vulnerable. I think having Kel grow up in the Yamani Islands was brilliant - it explained her self-control, her open-mindedness and gave her interesting skills (prior combat training, use of the glaive) and connections. She's a far more realistic character

Like Tamora Pierce's other heroines, Keladry grows up over the course of these excellent books. Each is longer and deeper than the one before. I'm not a parent, so I'm not sure at what age the series should be recommended to a child (since now that it's complete, it might be read in one fell swoop), given the mature themes of both war and romance being addressed by the end. However, I do not hesitate to say that Ms. Pierce writes great, realistic role models.I just acquired the first two as

This is my favorite series of Tamora Pierces Tortall books, and one of my favorite series to read period. They are well written and while a relatively quick read it is an engaging read that makes you love the characters.

"I've been shot at. I can bear it. I'm crying because my friend is unhappy and everything is changing.""Is that what you're supposed to do?" Tobe asked. "Cry for your friends, though they ain't dead? Cry when things change?""If the changes are hard ones," Kel replied. "If they take away the things you knew were good." I haven't read much of Tamora Pierce's works before, only a book with Daine (the name I cannot remember at the moment) for a school project when I was in elementary school. With my

Tamora Pierce is great. These books tell the story of Kel, the first female knight since Lady Alanna, but her path isn't easy. The characters are vividly drawn and imagined. The conflicts and fights are exciting and scary. Kel is easy to root for and an incredibly dynamic character. You don't have to have read the other series, but if you have, you'll enjoy seeing old characters pop up.