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by Tamora Pierce (Author)
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To the great joy of her many fans, Tamora Pierce with this book begins a new saga of Tortall to add to The Song of the Lioness Quartet, the Immortals Quartet, and The Protector of the Small tetralogy. At the center of each of these books is always a strong and resourceful young woman who masters the arts of swordplay and knightly warfare in the magical medieval country of Tortall. Alianne, or Aly, daughter of the warrior queen Alanna the Lioness, has all these skills, but also a delicious sense of humor, which serves her well when she is chosen by the trickster god Kyprioth to serve as his secret agent and a slave for a year in the embattled Copper Isles. There the dark-skinned natives, or raka, have been conquered and crushed by the laurin, light-skinned people from the mainland. The burning raka resentment is fueled by prophecies of a twice royal queen who will free them, aided by the "wise one, the cunning one, the strong one, the warrior, and the crows." Just how each of the colorful characters and Aly herself fit into this prophecy and Kyprioth’s tricky plan keeps readers guessing. Aly plots to show her skill at spying as she flirts with the god and is courted by Nawat, a crow transformed into a handsome young man, who is puzzled when she rejects his attempts to mate-feed her with grubs and ants.

The pages of this long but fast-paced adventure zip by, enlivened by intrigue, skirmishes, comedy, romance, and lots of dramatic clothes. (Ages 10 to 14) --Patty Campbell



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Grade 7-10-Alianne, daughter of Alanna (Alanna: The First Adventure [Random, 1989]), is ready to create her own legend. As the book opens, Aly, 16, longs to follow in her father's footsteps as a spy, but her parents refuse to allow it. Annoyed, she sails off in her boat, only to be captured by pirates and sold into slavery, fortunately to kindly Duke Balitang. She meets Kyprioth, the Trickster, and strikes a bargain: if Aly keeps the Duke and his family safe for the summer, Kyprioth will return her to her family and persuade her parents to let her be a spy. With magic, spells, winged horses that are part human and part metal, crows that take human form (and provide a romance for Aly), brutal fighting, treason, and attempted kidnapping, this fantasy has plenty to hold readers' attention. It also offers an interesting examination of race, as well as a look at an adolescent's finding her independence, an especially difficult task with such a powerful mother. Aly is a strong, intelligent, and resilient feminist who stretches this fantasy to a parable of girl-power. The book at times bogs down in the sheer number of characters and relationships, and in the author's zealous attention to descriptive details, but Pierce's fans will enjoy it.
Connie Tyrrell Burns, Mahoney Middle School, South Portland, ME
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5.0 out of 5 stars Pulled into the world of Aly, Jun 3 2005
This review is from: Trickster's Choice (Paperback)
First off, let me note that I have not read any other Tamora Pierace novels. I didn't know what to expect with this book but I came to find it is definetly a treasure to keep on your bookshelf.

Introducing such a fine, loveable character as Aly was a good move. You find yourself captured in Aly's world, pulled into her way of thinking and what might happen next. I warn all of you that as you read this make sure you have a lot of time on your hands. I started to read it and found myself sitting there for a few hours reading continously. Sometimes even now, I try to catch a few pages of the book in between other projects but its no good. You have to be completely into the book to really appreciate it.

Introducing a whole new world to me grew complex. I often had to check back to remember names and cities (thankfully there is a glossary in the back of the book). But as I continued things stuck with me and I completely fell captivated into the politics. Into the characters. Into their WORLD.

Definetly a treasure. Something I will value for many years, it is a book young adults will appreciate. Younger children may find themselves confused, so I would stick with older people.

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4.0 out of 5 stars A Complex Book, April 5 2005
This review is from: Trickster's Choice (Paperback)
If you haven't read the Alanna Series you may find yourself very confused. Or you'll have to read over it twice in general to make sure you understand properly. The book is very good. Its a complex world the author has created where the characters and the actions are so realistic.

You will be reeled in and find yourself thinking about the book for countless hours. Truly a masterpeice.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Something new: Politics and Intrigue, Sep 7 2004
By Megami No Ushi (Edmonton, Alberta Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Trickster's Choice (Library Binding)
Tamora Pierce's newest Book "Trickster's Choice" combines many of the older elements that Tamora uses so well with politics; something that she only dabbled in before. I was thrilled to read about the rich political background in the Copper Isles. The tumultous power play surrounding the throne enthralled me. Instead of changing the world with her sword swinging, Aly uses her cunning, intellect and sharp wits to protect those around her. Of course that's not to say she doesn't fight when she needs to, but I find Aly to be a much more rounded character than Alanna, Daine or Kel. I can't recommend any book more. I'll be waiting with both Tricker's Choice and Tricker's Queen in hand for Tamora Pierce to sign them. They promise to be her best series thus far.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Different, but better!
After I read all the other Tortall books, I wanted to read another great book by Tamora Pierce. When Alianne (Aly) of Pirate's Swoop is forbidden by her father, George Copper, and... Read more
Published on Jul 18 2004

3.0 out of 5 stars Same old, same old
At the risk of perpetuating a very old cliche, I have to say that Pierce's early works were much better. Read more
Published on Jul 16 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Be careful what you say, or you'll give yourself away...
First of all, I'd like to offer my congratulations to Ms. Pierce. After years and years of simply awful covers that publishers have slapped onto her books, she has finally been... Read more
Published on Jul 14 2004 by E. R. Bird

5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars, two thumbs up!
Yet another masterpiece written by Tamora Pierce! I can't wait for the next book in the series!
Published on Jul 12 2004 by clarabristow

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Enthralling Adventure by Tammy
The wonderful Tammy Pierce does it yet again with this bold and clever novel. One would think she'd run out of juice sooner or later, or lose originality with her characters; but... Read more
Published on Jul 6 2004 by Elle

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Pleasures Come From Long Waits
After praying for years that Tamora Pierce would write another Alanna book, I was incredibly excited when I heard that a book about Alanna's daughter was coming out. Read more
Published on Jul 2 2004 by lehoms

5.0 out of 5 stars An irresistible introduction to Tortall and its inhabitants.
TRICKSTER'S CHOICE is the story of Aly, the daughter of the legendary Lady Knight Alanna. Trying to escape her mother's expectations that she find meaningful work outside of... Read more
Published on Jul 1 2004 by Kidsreads.com

5.0 out of 5 stars tamora's best yet!!!!!
this was the first of tamora's books i ever read.i love aly's character.i loved the the book so much that i wanted to learn more about her family, so i read the lioness,the... Read more
Published on Jun 30 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous Literature!
Tamora Pierce has created yet another masterpiece!

A strong and fabulous but realistically portrayed young woman is the focus of this brilliant work. Read more

Published on Jun 27 2004 by BroadwayWench

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't WasteYour Time Or Money
Because I was under the impression Tamora Pierce was a good writer, I was disappointed with this book. Read more
Published on Jun 23 2004

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