Tamora Pierce Bücher

Alanna von Trebond will Page am Königshof in Tortall werden und tauscht dafür mit ihrem Zwillingsbruder. Sie muss sich als Junge behaupten und gewinnt die Freundschaft von Prinz Jonathan. Doch ihr Misstrauen gegenüber Herzog Roger, einem mächtigen Zauberer, bleibt ungehört.

Alanna hat die Ritterprüfung erfolgreich abgelegt und einen Schild mit einer springenden Löwin im Wappen erhalten. Nun muss sie erneut ihren Mut und ihre Fähigkeiten unter Beweis stellen, um Gefahren von Tortall abzuwenden und Prinz Jonathan, ihre geheime Liebe, zu beschützen. Ihr erstes Abenteuer führt sie zu dem wilden Reitervolk der Bahzir. Dort wird sie schnell in gefahrvolle Kämpfe verwickelt, denn der Schamane des Stammes sieht durch sie seine Macht bedroht.

Eine mutige Heldin erkämpft sich ihren Traum Die willensstarke Alanna verspürt nur wenig Lust, ihre Tage als Hofdame zu verbringen. Stattdessen fasst sie einen gewagten Plan: Mithilfe ihres Zwillingsbruders schlüpft sie in die Rolle des Pagen Alan und tritt ihren Dienst am Königshof in der Hauptstadt Corus an. Die Ausbildung zum Ritter ist hart und die Gebräuche und Sitten in Corus sind der jungen Alanna sehr fremd. Zudem muss sie ihr Geheimnis hüten und weiß nicht, wem sie trauen kann. Auf dem langen Weg zur Erfüllung ihres großen Traumes trotzt Alanna vielen Gefahren – aber lernt auch das freie, wilde Leben eines Ritters kennen …

Die spannende Fortsetzung der Tortall-Saga folgt Keladry, die als willensstarke Nachfolgerin von Alanna von Trebond Ritterin werden möchte, jedoch mit den Herausforderungen ihres strengen Ausbilders Lord Wyldon konfrontiert wird.

Die Fans der Ritterin Alanna können ihre Heldin in einem neuen, aufregenden Abenteuer erleben. Ihr zur Seite steht Dhana, die als neue Gehilfin der Pferdemeisterin Onua nach Tortall gekommen ist. Dhana kann mit Tieren sprechen, was sich als sehr nützlich erweist, als es darum geht, die königliche Familie zu retten.

During a dire battle against the fearsome Skinners, Daine and her mage teacher Numair are swept into the Divine Realms. Though happy to be alive, they are not where they want to be. They are desperately needed back home, where their old enemy, Ozorne, and his army of strange creatures are waging war against Tortall. Trapped in the mystical realms Daine discovers her mysterious parentage. And as these secrets of her past are revealed so is the treacherous way back to Tortall. So they embark on an extraordinary journey home, where the fate of all Tortall rests with Daine and her wild magic.

Im dritten Band der Trilogie begibt sich Dhana, das Mädchen mit der Gabe, die Sprache der Tiere zu verstehen, mit Ritterin Alanna und Magier Numair auf die Reise nach Carthak. Bisher hatte der kaiserliche Magier dieses Landes nur Böses im Sinn. Ist es ihm wirklich ernst mit den Friedensverhandlungen? Dhanas Zweifel erweisen sich als berechtigt...

Alanna von Trebond, die junge Ritterin, ist auf der Suche nach Bewährungsproben. Eine neue Herausforderung liegt vor ihr: Sie versucht das Juwel der Macht zu erringen, mit dem sie eine große Aufgabe zu erfüüllen hat. Der abschließende Band der faszinierenden Fantasy-Reihe.

( Alanna von Trebonds Abenteuer, 2). Illustr. 200 S.

Für Alanna von Trebond beginnt ein aufregendes Abenteuer: Sie hat sich in den Kopf gesetzt, Page am Hof des Königs von Tortall zu werden. Eine Fantasy-Geschichte, in der Zauberei und Magie eine große Rolle spielen.

Lia, die Tochter der legendären Alanna, ist eine mutige Kriegerin und geschickte Spionin. Der erfrischende Generationenwechsel in Tamora Pierces Fantasykosmos bietet ein Wiedersehen mit alten Bekannten im mythischen Land Tortall.

Fantasy. Daine, hendes drageunge og troldmanden Numair forsøger at beskytte en flok ulve mod at få deres dal ødelagt af mennesker, der graver efter opaler til den onde kejser Ozorne

Skazana przez naród Kupców na wygnanie, Daja Kisubo begibt sich mit ihren Freunden, die sich in magischen Riten üben, auf eine Reise von Wietrzny Krąg bis zu den Gór Złotej Grani. Die seit Jahren herrschenden Dürren bedrohen die Bewohner mit dem schrecklichen Gespenst des Hungers. Dort gelingt es Daja, ein erstaunliches Werk zu schaffen – eine lebendige, metallene Weinrebe. Diese wird zum Gegenstand von Handelsverhandlungen zwischen ihr und ihren ehemaligen Landsleuten, deren Wiedersehen in ihr die Sehnsucht nach dem Leben weckt, das sie einst führte. Wird Daja zu den Kupców zurückkehren oder bei den Bewohnern des Wietrzny Krąg bleiben, die sich bereits zu ihrer neuen Familie entwickelt haben?

Ein magisches Epos über vier Kinder, die im Tempel des Verschlungenen Kreises aufeinandertreffen. Nach einem Erdbeben erkennen Tris, Daja, Sandri und Briar, dass sie nur durch ihre vereinten magischen Kräfte überleben können. Gemeinsam entwickeln sie eine untrennbare Verbindung und meistern ihre Fähigkeiten.

Piraten bedrohen den Tempel des Verschlungenen Kreises, dessen magisches Netz durch ein Erdbeben zerstört wurde. Zusammen mit dem Magier Enaha streben sie nach den geheimen Schriftrollen. Daja, Tris, Sandri und Briar müssen ihre Magie vereinen, um den Feind zu besiegen und ihre Kräfte zu beherrschen.

Alanna von Trebond hat in Männerkleidern die Ritterprüfung am Hof von Tortall bestanden. Nun reitet sie in die Wüste, um sich als Ritterin zu bewähren. Beim Stamm der Bazhir hat sie gefahrvolle Kämpfe zu bestehen. Und dann taucht Prinz Jonathan auf, ihr Geliebter.

Die Magie ist außer Kontrolle... Die Magier des Winding Circle sollten dem von Dürre geplagten Gold Ridge helfen. Doch mit ihren verworrenen und ineinander verschlungenen Magien fügen Tris, Sandry, Daja und Briar den Problemen des Tals nur weitere Schwierigkeiten hinzu. Sie müssen Selbstbeherrschung lernen... Während sich Blitzfeuer um das Schloss zusammenbrauen, kämpfen die vier darum, ihre unberechenbare Kraft zu meistern. Es scheint, als müssten ihre Fähigkeiten getrennt und eingeschränkt werden. Doch das könnte Dajas wachsende Fähigkeit, Feuer zu manipulieren, behindern ... und ihre einzige Hoffnung, Gold Ridge zu retten, zunichte machen.

Kel has finally achieved her lifelong dream of being a knight. But it’s not turning out as she imagined at all. She is torn between a duty she has sworn to uphold and a quest that she feels could turn the tide of war. . . . “Unrelentingly realistic in its depiction of the horrors of war . . . Pierce provides exquisite details of the weaponry, topography, and culture of her world, and her control of a voluminous cast of characters is masterful.” —VOYA

Set in the kingdom of Tortall, this graphic novel introduces Alanna of Trebond, a determined young noblewoman who disguises herself as a boy to pursue her dream of becoming a knight. Defying societal norms, she faces challenges in her training as a page, forging friendships among nobles and commoners alike. Amidst the magic and adventure, Alanna's journey is marked by her resilience and skill, as she navigates a world where not everyone supports her ambitions. This adaptation captures the essence of Tamora Pierce's beloved fantasy universe.

The Art of Amy Brown is the first collection of Amy Brown's wildly popular art. It was published by Chimera Publishing in 2003. The book is 157 pages of art, with a commentary by Amy Brown for every piece of artwork. The Art of Amy Brown has an introduction by the well-known author Charles deLint. There are three editions of this book a paperback, a hardcover, and a special leather-bound edition limited to 750 copies, which will be signed by Amy Brown and Charles de Lint.

When Kel is chosen by the legendary Lord Raoul to be his squire, the conservatives of the realm hardly think she’s up to the job. Kel earns respect and admiration among the men, as well as the affection of a fellow squire. “This feminist fantasy is a delightful read.”—KLIATT

Aly fails to foresee the dangers that await as she uses her magic to safeguard Dova and her younger siblings, despite knowing that her thirteen-year-old charge might be queen of the Copper Isles when the colonial rulers are defeated.

Kel fights to maintain the rigorous regimen of a page while confronting the prejudices that come with being a female in a man’s world and coping with a crush on her closest friend, Neal. “Pierce makes Kel sweat for her success through perseverance, hard work, and skill. Readers will appreciate this true example of grrrl power.” —School Library Journal

There is an alternate cover edition of this book here.Former "street rat" Briar leads a comfortable life at Winding Circle Temple, learning plant magic from Rosethorn. But street kids are still his friends, and when one of them gets sick, she turns to Briar for help. When her disease proves beyond even Rosethorn's power, Briar realizes that all of Summersea is in danger. As the mysterious illness spreads, Sandry, Daja, and Tris join Briar and their teachers to fight the epidemic. But just as the situation improves, the unthinkable happens. Will Briar be able to save what he loves most?

Part of the 8-book Tamora Pierce reissue for Fall 2006, this title in the Circle Opens quartet features spellbinding new cover art. Coincides with the release of WILL OF THE EMPRESS in trade pb. Kethlun Warder was a gifted glassmaker until his world was shattered in a freak accident. Now his remaining glass magic is mixed with lightning, and Tris must teach him to control it (if she can teach him to control his temper first). But there's more at stake than Keth's education. With his strange magic, he creates glass balls that reflect the immediate past and expose the work of a murderer. If he can harness his power properly, he'll be able to see the crimes as they take place. Keth and Tris race against time, and the local authorities, to identify a killer who's living in plain sight.

It's been four years since Briar Moss began his training as a plant mage, but he still hasn't put his past behind him. Wandering through a Chammuri market, Briar comes across a street girl using powerful magic to polish stones for a merchant. He resolves to find her a teacher. But Briar understands the city's gangs as well as he understands Evvy, the young mage. When gang warfare breaks out in Chammur, Briar discovers that the fiercest gang is seeking a stone mage to lead them to hidden gems. Briar once believed gangs offered protection, but now he and his mage may offer the only protection Evvy can count on. As Briar is swept up in a bloody conflict, he must decide whether he's ready to make the final step away from his former life as a "street rat."

When sixteen-year-old Beka becomes "Puppy" to a pair of "Dogs," as the Provost's Guards are called, she uses her police training, natural abilities, and a touch of magic to help them solve the case of a murdered baby in Tortall's Lower City

This eagerly awaited graphic novel adaptation of the iconic fantasy novel First Test reimagines the classic knight's tale, but with a twist. In a world not quite ready for her ambition, a determined girl seeks knighthood and finds herself on a mission to prove it. Keladry is the first girl who dares to take advantage of a new rule in her homeland, Tortall--one that allows women to train for knighthood. She knows she’s ready for the traditional hazing and grueling schedule of a page, but standing in her way is the knights’ training master, Lord Wyldon. The training master is dead set against girls becoming knights, and in an attempt to further hold Kel back, Lord Wyldon decides that she must pass a one-year trial that no male page has ever had to endure. But she is not to be underestimated. She will fight to succeed, even if the test is purposely unfair. The Protector of the Small series gets its first graphic novel adaptation, bringing to life Tamora Pierce’s bestselling First Test in an exciting new format. This graphic novel story about believing in yourself and overcoming all odds combines action and adventure in a way that new and old fans of the series will love.

There is an alternate cover edition here.Daja and Frostpine expect to have a peaceful winter's visit with old friends in Kugisko, a port in the vast empire of Namon. But there is no peace when mysterious fires begin to blaze across the vulnerable city. Daja assists Bennat Ladradun, a local firefighter with a tragic past, to fight the flames. The two become fast friends-until they realize the fires have been deliberately set, and their relationship is deeply tested. Daja's magic helps her track down the firestarter, but no magic can protect her or Ben from the effects of madness and betrayal.

Lady Sandrilene fa Toren knows all about unusual magic - she herself spins and weaves it like thread. But when she witnessed a boy dancing a spell, even she is confounded. To her dismay, Sandry learns that as the mage who discovered the power of the young dancer, she must be his teacher. Before lessons can begin, however, Sandry and her uncle, Duke Vedris, get news of a mysterious murderer stalking a clan of local merchants. The killer employs the strangest magic of all: the ability to reduce essence to nothingness. As the murders mount and the killer grows bolder, Sandry's teaching takes on a grave purpose. For it becomes clear to everyone that the killings can only be stopped by the combined workings of two people: the young teacher and her even younger student.

The highly anticipated new Tortall legend from a bestselling author is a must-read for fantasy lovers! In the first book of the Numair Chronicles, three student mages—Arram, Varice, and Ozorne—are bound by fate and destined for trouble. Arram Draper, the youngest student at the Imperial University of Carthak, is on the path to becoming one of the realm's most powerful mages. His Gift holds immense potential, attracting both greatness and danger. Alongside him are his best friends: Varice, a clever girl with an often-overlooked talent, and Ozorne, the leftover prince with secret ambitions. As their bond deepens, they navigate challenges that will shape kingdoms. With Ozorne's ascent toward the throne and Varice's growing feelings for Arram, he faces a critical choice about where his loyalties lie. This tale reveals the untold story of how Numair Salmalín came to Tortall, offering readers an unforgettable adventure where a kingdom's future rests on a talented young man with a knack for making enemies. Tamora Pierce's influence is profound, inspiring countless writers and readers alike, making her novels feel like coming home.

Tamora Pierce's impact on the fantasy genre is profound, with her heroines showcasing wit, strength, and intelligence. Her stories continue to inspire and lead the way in young adult fantasy. Authors like Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas credit Pierce for shaping their identities as writers and women, highlighting her complex characters and rich worlds that have paved the way for future generations. Bruce Coville emphasizes the empowerment her books provide, as young women share their heartfelt stories of inspiration. Rachel Hartman acknowledges Pierce as a trailblazer who dismantles outdated tropes, proving that girl-centered adventures are not only possible but extraordinary. Garth Nix describes her writing as invigorating and revitalizing, making it a cherished return for readers. Rae Carson notes the unparalleled encouragement Pierce offers to emerging authors, celebrating her legacy of strong heroines like Alanna and Beka. Alaya Dawn Johnson reflects on how Pierce's work transformed her perspective, instilling the belief that she could craft complex narratives about real characters in fantastical settings. Jessica Cluess crowns Pierce as the queen of YA fantasy, with all authors proudly acknowledging her influence.

Never before published stories by New York Times bestselling authors Jonathan Stroud, Gregory Maguire, Garth Nix, Diana Gabaldon, and others. Whether portrayed as fire-breathing reptilian beasts at war with humanity or as noble creatures capable of speech and mystically bonded to the warriors who ride them, dragons have been found in nearly every culture's mythology. In modern times, they can be found far from their medieval settings in locales as mundane as suburbia or as barren as post-apocalyptic landscapes—and in The Dragon Book, today's greatest fantasists reignite the fire with legendary tales that will consume readers' imaginations.Includes the following stories: Dragon’s Deep - Cecelia Holland Vici - Naomi Novik Bob Choi’s Last Job - Johnathan StroudAre You Afflicted with Dragons? - Kage BakerThe Tsar’s Dragons - Jane Yolen and Adam StempleThe Dragon of Direfell - Liz Williams Oakland Dragon Blues - Peter S. Beagle Humane Killer - Diana Gabaldon and Samuel Sykes Stop! - Garth NixUngentle Fire - Sean Williams A Stark and Wormy Knight - Tad Williams None So Blind - Harry Turtledove JoBoy - Diana Wynne JonesPuz_le - Gregory MaguireAfter the Third Kiss - Bruce CovilleThe War That Winter Is - Tanith LeeThe Dragon’s Tale - Tamore PierceDragon’s Storm - Mary RosenblumThe Dragaman’s Bride - Andy Duncan

<i>The young mages of the circle are coming into their power - it's time to pass on what they've learned...</i> Sandry can weave magic like thread. Her incredible skill leaves others in awe, but controlling an channelling her power is second nature by now. Which is why she's both intrigued and horrified to find that an untrained boy is <i>dancing</i> complex magic - with no idea that he's doing it... Pasco is a Provost's Guard - well, he will be, if he can get his mind off dancing for long enough to learn his family's profession. Dancing? Acalons don't dance - even what they're frighteningly good at it...

<b>A searing reunion - the four mages are together again!</b> For years the Empress of Namorn has pressed her young cousin, Lady Sandrilene fa Toren, to visit her vast lands within the Empire's borders. Sandry has avoided the invitation for as long as it was possible. Now, listening to her guilty conscience, Sandry has agreed to pay that overdue visit. Sandry's uncle promises guards to accompany her. But they're hardly a group of warriors! They're her old friends from Winding Circle: Daja, Tris, and Briar. Sandry hardly knows them now. They've grown up and grown apart. Sandry isn't sure they'll ever find their old connection again - or if she even wants them to. When they arrive at the palace, it slowly dawns on Sandry why the Empress has really brought her to Namorn. She's set a cunning trap to keep Sandry in the brutal Empire forever, a simpering lady in her cousin's court and the miserable wife of a noble. The Empress has wily and powerful mages on her side. But so, of course, does Sandry...if she can get them to work together.

Daja is a metal mage - iron speaks to her senses and fire is her friend. She is incredibly powerful - more powerful than a student should be, some think. Staying the winter in snow-locked Namorn, Daja is determined to enjoy herself, and her host's twin daughters are good company. But there's more to the pretty pair than meets the eye - the twins may be destined for more than just the marriage market... It's not only the twins who need Daja's skills - she wants to help Ben Ladradun, the heroic firefigher. Desperate to control the blazes that regularly devastate his wooden city, Ben is fascinated by this girl who can make fire dance between her hands...

Briar is a plant mage - he can distil medicines, grow a garden in the blink of an eye and persuade a tree to trap a criminal. Learning how to channel your power is vital. Briar's empathy with nature can heal - but it could kill just as easily. Evvy is a street rat. She doesn't even know she has stone magic, let alone how to control it - and she doesn't want to learn anything. Why should she care if people get hurt? None of them has ever cared about her...

"Tris's tale is for every bad-tempered bookworm (including the author) who ever wanted to call down the thunder on a tormentor." <i>-Tamora Pierce</i> <i>Winding Circle Temple is under threat...</i> It's been centuries since pirates have dared to attack Winding Circle. But the community's magic has been weakened by an earthquake, and the pirates have a dangerous new weapon. <i>For four young mages, it's time to test their powers...</i> Tris, Sandry, Daja and Briar love living in Winding Circle and vow to protect it - even if this means unleashing their untrained magic on the world. Tris, the "weather witch", determines to save the temple, but there's a high price to pay for her actions...

<i>Summersea faces terrible danger...</i> Plague has struck the city. A blue pox - like nothing the healers have ever seen. It spreads rapidly and its touch is deadly. <i>Time is running out...</i> Forced into quarantine by exposure to the outbreak, Briar and his teacher, Dedicate Rosethorn, fight to keep the victims alive. But their magic has limits - it offers comfort, but no cure. The Winding Circle mages must find the key to countering the disease, and fast, or Summersea will become a city of the dead.

"There is magic in crafts, in creating something useful. I just followed that magic to the next level." <i>-Tamora Pierce</i> <i>The Winding Circle Temple has four new residents...</i> Sandry, Tris, Briar and Daja couldn't be more different. One is of noble birth and one is a street urchin, brought up to life of thievery. One is a Trader and one a marchant girl, two culture traditionally at war with each other. <i>But they all have something in common...</i> They each possess a strange and wonderful power. These four powers will unite them. And when disaster strikes, it is the weaving of the magic that will keep them alive...

"I think fire is the most fascinating element. It is a friend and foe, and sometimes the difference lies only in the direction of the wind at the time." <i>-Tamora Pierce</i> <i>The magic is out of control...</i> The Winding Circle mages were supposed to aid drought-stricken Gold Ridge. But with their magics tangled and entwined, Tris, Sandry, Daja and Briar only add to the valley's problems. <i>They must learn restraint...</i> As flash-fires close in about the castle, the four struggle to master their unpredictable power. It seems their skills must be separated and confined. But that might hamper Daja's growing ability to manipulate fire ... and destroy their one hope of saving Gold Ridge.

Diane has wild magic: the ability to talk to and sway the actions of animals. When Daine is summoned to help a pack of wolves – friends from her old village – she and her mentor, the legendary mage Numair, travel to Dunlath Valley to answer the call. But when they arrive, Daine learns that it’s not only animals whose lives are threatened; people are in danger, too. Dunlath’s rulers have discovered black opals in their valley. They’re dead set on mining the opals and using the magic contained in the stones to overthrow King Jonathan. Even if it means irreversibly damaging the land – and killing their workers. Daine must master her wild magic if she is to save the ones she loves – both human and animal . . . Discover a land of enchantment, legend, and adventure in this second book of The Immortals series, featuring an updated cover for longtime fans and newcomers alike.