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“It's always better to attack than to defend," Coram had told her when they talked about fencing late at night. "Always. Ye don't win with defense--ye only hold the other feller off, or wear him down. Attack and have done with it!”

Quote by Tamora Pierce

Book:Alanna: The Song of the Lioness

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Alanna: The Song of the Lioness

This novel follows the adventures of Alanna, a young girl who disguises herself as a boy to train as a knight in a world where women are forbidden from serving in the military. Alanna's journey is filled with challenges, growth, and the discovery of her own strength and identity. more

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Tamora Pierce is an American writer known for her young adult literature. Her works often explore themes of gender, power, and growth, and are highly appreciated by young readers. more

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