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Squire: Book 3 of the Protector of the Small Quartet (Mass Market Paperback)

by Tamora Pierce (Author)
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In Book 3 of Tamora Pierce's Protector of the Small sequence, 14-year-old Keladry of Mindelan is ready to begin training as a squire after undergoing four grueling years as the first girl to be officially educated as a page. Disappointed at first that Lady Alanna (whom we first met in the Song of the Lioness Quartet series) does not choose her, Kel is delighted when gruff, good-natured, down-to-earth Lord Raoul takes her on. The next four years prove to be tough but happy, for the most part, as Raoul and most of the others in the King's Own (a corps of 300 men--299 now, plus Kel--that enforces the law and helps local nobles deal with problems such as centaur attacks and forest robberies) treat Kel as an equal. Throughout, Kel is physically and mentally preparing herself for the final test in the Chamber of the Ordeal, in which fourth-year squires must successfully face their greatest fears before becoming knights.

In this sequel to First Test: Protector of the Small and Page: Protector of the Small, Kel continues to be an admirable role model: stoutly loyal, strong, independent, honest, yet very real in her fears and weaknesses. Romance lurks for the budding adolescent as she develops a crush on one fellow and begins a sweet kissing-only relationship with another, after a very frank discussion about sex with her mother. Although the buildup to the Ordeal is watered down a bit by Kel's periodic visits to the Chamber door for a taste of what's to come, overall, this latest in Pierce's series is a rousing tale of chivalry and heroism that any reader will be sorely challenged to put down. (Ages 12 and older) --Emilie Coulter --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.



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Grade 6-9-In this third installation in the series, Pierce at last relieves fans' concerns about who will take on young Keladry as a squire. After hanging tough with the page program, she is at last ready to take the next steps down the road to knighthood, accompanied by her friends and her faithful mutt. To her sorrow, she is not selected by the Lady Alanna, who taps Neal for her squire. Kel is chosen by Lord Raoul, commander of the King's Own, and she quickly discovers that she has landed the better situation. She soon finds herself fighting centaurs, cleaning up after floods, and caring for a baby griffin. Kel's nemesis, Joren, fails quite badly in the Chamber of the Ordeal, which will leave readers nervous about her own designated time there. What she faces in the Chamber nicely sets up the next book in this series. Pierce continues to create a broad range of fully realized characters, even if Raoul is a little too good to be true. Her plotting is sometimes a little rushed and Tortall often seems more like background scenery than a real place. However, the author has created a strong female protagonist who accomplishes her goals with her integrity, sense of humor, and her self-esteem intact. She faces decisions about sex, her relationships, and the effects both will have on her personal life and her future career as a knight and commander. Kel's fans will delight in seeing the parallels to their own lives, and Alanna and Daine's fans will enjoy seeing their favorites, if only in cameo roles.
Patricia A. Dollisch, DeKalb County Public Library, Decatur, GA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Book Ever. Excedes(is that right) Harry Potter, Jul 5 2004
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I think that Mrs. Pierce outdoes her self ever time. But this time, she r(...)eally outdid herself. I don't think she, or anyone, could do better at all. You can almost fall in love with the charecters.
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5.0 out of 5 stars FABULOUS!!!!!!!, May 3 2004
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I just finished reading this book, and it was absoultely fabulous!!! so far, the best book in the series. I haven't read the next one yet, but having just finished this one, I'm dying to find out what happens next.

In this book, Kel serves her 4 years as a Squire, and it all leads up to a final test- the Ordeal- which will determine if she gets her shield or not. Kel also has to face her worst fears and enemies, puts everything she's learned to the test and even finds love... but I shouldn't give away too much, so I won't say anything more.

All in all, its a great book- you won't be able to put it down, and you won't be disappointed, and, you absolutely MUST READ it!!!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars another favorite, Mar 25 2004
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I think that Tamore Pierce has continued with her brilliant novels and that squire is a book of extreme quality. In Squire, Kel continues her struggle to overcome predjudicwe against her and become a knight. I won't give anything away because i'm a firm beleiver in not giving away the slightest detail that might ruin something for some one. Read the book, it's wel worth the time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Squire, REALLY good
That is a really good book, and if you haven't read it, do, and if you have, you're sure to agree. For those of you who haven't read it, here's why you should. Read more
Published on Mar 14 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Squire; Book 3 of The Protector of the Small
Keladry of Mindelan is no ordinary girl, but a squire who's anxiously waiting for the time where she'll be a knight at last. Read more
Published on Feb 16 2004 by Elaine Tay

5.0 out of 5 stars Squire
I LOVE Squire!!! It's my favorite book in the series!! I like it so much because I really like action and romance. I think it is an Awesome book! One of Tamora Pierce's best.
Published on Feb 14 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book of the Quartet! I loved it!!!!!
This is probably my favorite of all of her books. I simply love Kel! She's just so real. I also love how while Kel isn't always the best. Read more
Published on Nov 27 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Squire
This is the third book in the Protector of the Small Series. Kel has become a squire to Lord Raoul,who is in charge of the Kings Own. Read more
Published on Sep 1 2003 by Jessica

5.0 out of 5 stars Protector of the Small: Squire
Squire is Keladry of Mindelan's last book before she becomes a Lady Knight. She gets sponsored by Lord Raoul of Goldenlake and Malorie's Peak, and rides with the Own to many... Read more
Published on Jul 11 2003 by Amanda

5.0 out of 5 stars More Kel
For those people who like fantasy, there are two kinds: ultra-serious, "sophisticated" fantasy, and fantasy that is just fun to read. Read more
Published on Jul 10 2003 by Kelcony

5.0 out of 5 stars The Epic Journey of "The Girl"
This book shows that we girls can do anything. Kel a average girl to the naked eye is as pasionate as anyone who is going through the changes in her body, heart and soul. Read more
Published on Jul 5 2003 by 12 yr. old Goddess Marie Zehnder

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Book for pre-tean girls
"Squire" is a fast pased, action packed book about a teenaged girl named Kendry of middin. It's a very good book because it has none of the long descriptions In adult books (the... Read more
Published on Jun 30 2003 by May Bullen

5.0 out of 5 stars A fan of Tamora Pierce
This book is just AMAZING! i mean this book is the best! on of my many personal favorites. this book is about a fourteen year old Keladry of Mindelan. Read more
Published on Jun 19 2003

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