First published 1999
Disguised as a boy, Alanna becomes a squire to Prince Jonathan, her closest friend. But when the prince's life is threatened by a sinister sorcerer, Alanna must use all her skills and magic to safeguard him - even if it means revealing her true identity. In this thrilling fantasy adventure, a young woman defies tradition to forge her own heroic destiny.
Genres: adventure, coming-of-age, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: chosen-one, secret-identity
272 pages · Paperback