“You know something? There are sandstorms that strip man and horse and bury them — I've seen them. I saw bones piled higher than my head for the folly of a bad king and those who wanted his throne. I lived through a blizzard that froze every other living creature solid. Against those things, you're only a man. I can deal with you.”
In this fantasy novel, a lioness protagonist embarks on a journey of growth and exploration, encountering various challenges and allies along the way. more
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
“Because that's what you and I do, protect each other.”