Song of the Lioness Series Reading Order

Alanna longs to become a knight, but in a kingdom where only boys can wield swords for the Crown, her path is blocked by… Alanna longs to become a knight, but in a kingdom where only boys can wield swords for the Crown, her path is blocked by her gender. Determined to follow her warrior's heart, she trades places with her twin brother, disguising herself as a boy named Alan to train as a page in the king's castle. Amidst the grueling demands of swordsmanship and the constant fear of discovery, Alanna must prove her worth not just as a fighter, but as a leader. As she navigates treacherous court politics and burgeoning magical threats, her true identity hangs precariously, and the fate of her dreams—and potentially the realm—rests on her ability to defy expectations. read more

For years, Alanna has lived a lie, disguised as a boy to pursue her dream of knighthood in a kingdom that forbids women… For years, Alanna has lived a lie, disguised as a boy to pursue her dream of knighthood in a kingdom that forbids women warriors. As her rigorous training nears its end, she faces not only the perils of sword and magic, but also the treacherous political machinations of the royal court. A shadowy sorcerer's evil spreads, threatening the young prince she has sworn to protect and the stability of the entire realm. With her secret identity constantly in jeopardy and powerful enemies closing in, Alanna must master her destiny and reveal her true self, or risk losing everything. The fate of Tortall hinges on her courage and the steel of her resolve. read more

Newly knighted, Alanna of Trebond seeks adventure in the vast desert at the edge of Tortall in this third book in Tamora… Newly knighted, Alanna of Trebond seeks adventure in the vast desert at the edge of Tortall in this third book in Tamora Pierce’s Margaret A. Edwards Award–winning young adult series—now with a new look! After achieving knighthood, Alanna leaves the capital city to explore the desert near the kingdom’s borders. When the local Bazhir people discover her, they charge her with trespassing and sentence her to a duel to the death. But when Alanna wins, she’s inducted into the tribe—and soon after, she becomes the tribe’s first female shaman. Still, dire challenges lie ahead. Alanna must convince the Bazhir to change their ancient customs for their sake and for the sake of all Tortall. read more

Alanna of Trebond must win the Dominion Jewel, a legendary gem with enormous power for good--and the one thing that can… Alanna of Trebond must win the Dominion Jewel, a legendary gem with enormous power for good--and the one thing that can save her war-torn nation. But her archenemy returns from the dead to disrupt her exalted destiny. read more