First published 1983
Alanna has always yearned for the adventure and daring reserved only for boys. So she hatches a daring plan: she'll switch places with her twin brother, Thom, disguising herself as a boy to train as a knight. But the path to glory is perilous, filled with cunning foes and her own warring heart. As Alanna masters the sword and the ways of the warrior, she must also navigate a world of shifting alliances and her own burgeoning magical abilities. In the end, Alanna's greatest battle may be the one to become the legend she was born to be.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, disguise, found-family
272 pages · Paperback