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Trickster's Choice by Tamora Pierce (English) Paperback Book

Description: Trickster's Choice by Tamora Pierce Alianne must call forth her mothers courage and her fathers wit in order to survive on the Copper Isles in a royal court rife with political intrigue and murderous conspiracy. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description When you gamble with kingdoms, all bets are off. Legends are born in this thrilling and New York Times bestselling spy saga from the fantasy author who is legend herself: Tamora Pierce.Aly is from a family known for great deeds. She is the daughter of Alanna, the famed knight and Kings Champion of Tortall. But even though she is bold and brave, like her mother, her true talents lie on her fathers side, in the art of spying. When Aly is captured by pirates and sold as a slave to an exiled royal family in the faraway Copper Isles, she strikes a bargain with the trickster god. If she can keep young noblewomen Sarai and Dove safe for the summer, then he will return Aly to her family. The task should be simple, but Sarai and Dove are anything but. Its a time of murderous plotting at court, and Aly will need to rely on her training and the insights of a strange young man named Nawat to survive in a world where trust can cost you your life. "Tamora Pierces books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration. Cracking open one of her marvelous novels always feels like coming home." —SARAH J. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierce didnt just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Pierce is the real lioness, and were all just running to keep pace." —LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author Back Cover Aly: a slave with the talents of a master spy, a fabled lineage she must conceal, and the dubious blessing of a trickster god. Sarai: a passionate, charming teenage noblewoman who, according to prophecy, will bring an end to a cruel dynasty. Dove: the younger sister of Sarai; she has a calculating mind and hidden depths that have yet to be plumbed. Namat: a magical young man with a strangely innocent outlook and an even stranger past; Alys one true friend in a world where trust can cost you your life. Author Biography TAMORA PIERCE is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of over eighteen novels set in the fantasy realm of Tortall. She first captured the imagination of readers with her debut novel, Alanna: The First Adventure. Since then, her bestselling and award-winning titles have pushed the boundaries of fantasy and young adult novels to introduce readers to a rich world populated by strong, believable heroines. Her books have been translated into many languages, and some are available on audio from Listening Library and Full Cast Audio. In 2013, she won the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her "significant and lasting contribution to young adult literature." Pierce lives in Syracuse, New York, with her husband, Tim, and their cats, birds, and occasional rescued wildlife. Visit her at TamoraPierce.com and follow her on Twitter at @TamoraPierce. Review "Tamora Pierce didnt just blaze a trail. Her heroines cut a swath through the fantasy world with wit, strength, and savvy. Her stories still lead the vanguard today. Pierce is the real lioness, and were all just running to keep pace." —LEIGH BARDUGO, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierce creates epic worlds populated by girls and women of bravery, heart, and strength. Her work inspired a generation of writers and continues to inspire us." —HOLLY BLACK, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Few authors can slay so effectively with a single sentence—I mean fist-in-the-air, shouting-at-my-book slay—as Tamora Pierce. All these years later, I still draw strength from her words." —MARIE LU, #1 New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierces books shaped me not only as a young writer but also as a young woman. Her complex, unforgettable heroines and vibrant, intricate worlds blazed a trail for young adult fantasy—and I get to write what I love today because of the path she forged throughout her career. She is a pillar, an icon, and an inspiration. Cracking open one of her marvelous novels always feels like coming home." —SARAH J. MAAS, #1 New York Times bestselling author "In the world of YA fantasy, theres before Tamora Pierce, and then after her female heroes started kicking down the doors (and walls, and other barriers)!" —BRUCE COVILLE, New York Times bestselling author "Its impossible to overstate Tamora Pierces impact on childrens literature. Her tough, wise, and wonderful heroines have inspired generations of readers. Her encouragement of up-and-coming authors is unparalleled. Thank you, Tammy, for Alanna and Beka and more, for your generosity of spirit, for your incredible legacy." —RAE CARSON, New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierce is a trailblazer for so many fantasy writers, hacking through the old tropes with her narrative machete and showing us that girl-centered adventures are not just possible but amazing. Many of us might have peered at the impenetrable thicket of traditional fantasy and given up before we even began, if not for her." —RACHEL HARTMAN, New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierces writing is like water from the swiftest, most refreshingly clear, invigorating, and revitalizing river. I return to her books time and time again." —GARTH NIX, New York Times bestselling author "Tamora Pierces novels gave me a different way of seeing the world. They were like nothing Id encountered before. Alanna stormed her way into my thirteen-year-old heart and told me that I could write gorgeous, complicated novels about vibrantly real people in fantastic situations, and, to be honest, shes never left." —ALAYA DAWN JOHNSON, award-winning author of Love Is the Drug "Tamora Pierce is the queen of YA fantasy, and we are all happy subjects in her court." —JESSICA CLUESS, author of A Shadow Bright and Burning Review Quote "Aly arrives fully formed, a snarky, talented uber-heroine. Cameos of old favorites complement a rich cast of new characters. Alys difficulty with the complexity of colonialism adds surprising, welcome depth."-Kirkus Reviews From the Paperback edition. Description for Reading Group Guide Tamora Pierces first book, Alanna: The First Adventure , was published in 1983. In the twenty years since, she has gathered a legion of diverse fans, all awaiting Tricksters Choice with bated breath. Why? Not just because it is another Tamora Pierce novel filled with adventure, magic, drama, fighting, strong girls, sexy boys, fabulous creatures, sly humor, and an exciting hint of romance. But also because this is the story of Alannas daughter, Alianne (known as Aly) who is ready to start on her own path to glory in ways her legendary mother never would have. Discussion Question for Reading Group Guide 1. In the first pages of Tricksters Choice, Alys mother, Alanna, accuses Aly of "not wanting to do anything." On the same page Aly says to someone else: "You try being the daughter of a legend. Its a great deal of work." How do these two statements relate to each other? When Aly is separated from her family, how does it change both her and her mother? Could these changes happen in a contemporary setting? 2. "This is going to be my greatest trick ever, pulled off under the noses of mortals and gods alike," Kyprioth tells Aly. What trick is he talking about? 3. Aly keeps her true identity a secret in the Copper Isles. Why? 4. How are the Balitangs different from other slave owners? Does it make a difference in their relationships with slaves? How are slaves and servants different in the Copper Isles? 5. Kyprioth remarks that Aly is "marked by fate from birth, just like her parents." What characteristics does Aly share with her parents? Which characteristics are unique to her? 6. How are the morals of the people in Tortall different from those in the Copper Isles? How are the raka and luarin different? Tamora Pierce is inspired by both history and current events. Can you think of specific times, places, or events that might have inspired her when she wrote Tricksters Choice ? 7. Why do the Balitangs raka slaves and servants protect Sarai and Dove? What does it mean for the raka people? 8. "It isnt just children who need heroes. Dont you see what shes done for women, for all women?" Dove asks Aly when inquiring about the Lioness. Whom does each of the characters in the novel look up to? 9. To survive as a slave and a spy, Aly has to use what she has learned from her father and others. What are some examples of what she has learned? How has she put that knowledge to use? 10. Why is Nawat the only crow to turn himself into a human? Why does Aly resist falling in love with him? Is she only afraid to be vulnerable, or is it something more? 11. What is Bronaus interest in Sarai? Why doesnt he ask her fathers permission to court her? What was his relationship with Winnamine, Sarais stepmother? Who do you think understands Bronaus motivations best? 12. How is Alys family like and unlike the Balitang family? How do those two families compare to the royal family of the Copper Isles? Do you think the families in this fantasy setting reflect the relationships in families today? 13. If you could be like any of the characters in Tricksters Choice , whom would you choose? Why? Are you already similar to any of the characters? If so, How? Excerpt from Book Nawat stood against the wall, relaxed and alert. Before him two men-at-arms were preparing to shoot. Dove stood behind one archer with a handful of arrows, while the duchess held arrows for the second archer. Alys mind told her that the duchess would hardly consent to murder just as the first man shot. The second man shot immediately after him. Then both set fresh arrows to the string and shot steadily, arrow after arrow, one at a time, until they had exhausted all the extras held by the duchess and her stepdaughter. Nawat caught them all with grace and ease, snatching the arrows from the air as if he had all day to do so. When the archers finished, he gathered the heap of arrows at his feet and carried them back to their owners. Hes so fast, Aly thought in awe. I couldnt do it, and Im no slouch! She sighed, wishing Da were here to see it. Hed taught her to catch daggers in midair, but this game was much more hazardous. The game was not done. The men-at-arms repeated the experiment with javelins, then hunting and combat spears. Nawat caught them all, moving so fast Aly couldnt follow his hands. She cheered him and the men-at-arms on. When the bell rang to remind the household it was nearly time for supper, he looked up at the applauding Aly and waved. "This is my favorite game," he called to her. "Do you want to play?" "I wouldnt dare!" she cried, laughing, before she retreated into the room. Shed seen men catch knives before. She had seen the finest archers in the Queens Riders draw an outline in arrows of someone positioned against a wooden fence or wall, just to show they could do it. She had never seen anything like this. Sarai and Dove ran in. Sarai smiled at Aly. "You should have seen your face! Did you know he could do that?" she asked as she collapsed on her bed. Dove unstrung her bow, shaking her head. "Hes amazing," she said, coiling her bowstring. "You know, maybe this horrible old place isnt so bad," Sarai told the ceiling. "Not if these wonderful men keep showing up." Aly raised an eyebrow at her. "I wouldnt try kissing him," she warned. "It wouldnt be what you expect." Sarai wrinkled her nose. "Aly!" she complained. "I found out he eats bugs! Im not kissing a man with bug breath!" Aly blinked. I dont remember him tasting of bugs when he kissed me, she thought. Id better pay more attention next time. Her mind promptly reined her up. This was highly improper. There would be no next time. Her task was looking after the Balitang children, not mooning over someone, particularly not a crow turned man. Even if he could pluck arrows from the air. The next morning Aly, still on a goatherds hours, walked out of the keep into the dawn. The sun had just cleared the walls to light the inner courtyard and the young man who straddled a bench there. Aly stopped to watch him carefully glue pieces of feather onto the wooden shaft. Nawat looked up at her with a smile that lit his eyes. "You are beautiful in the new light," he told her. "If I were the Dawn Crow, I would bring you the sun to hatch as our first nestling." Aly blinked at him. Her heart felt strangely squeezed by some powerful emotion. She bit her lip to distract herself from a feeling that made her horribly unsure. "Have you been kissing anybody?" she asked without meaning to, and gasped. She had let words out of her mouth without thinking, which was not like her! Worse, they were such personal words, ones he might feel meant personal feelings she did not have! This was the kind of thing that other girls said, those girls who were not bored by all the young men who had courted them. How many handsome fellows had sighed compliments to Aly while, unconcerned, she had mentally wrestled with breaking a new code? At home she never cared about her suitors enough to worry if they kissed other girls. She scrambled to blot out what shed said. "Not that its any of my business, but you should understand, people have a way of kissing for fun, without it meaning anything serious, and Id hate for you to think someone wanted you to mate-feed them just because theyre kissing--" Stop babbling, her mind ordered. Aly stopped. Nawats smile broadened. That disturbing light in his eyes deepened. "I have kissed no one but you, Aly," he assured her, serious. "Why should I kiss anyone else?" Aly gulped. You can continue this conversation, or you can talk about something less . . . giddy, she told herself. Less frightening. "You know I wont always be around," she said abruptly. "I dont belong here, really." "Then I will go with you," Nawat said. "I belong with you." He doesnt know what hes saying, Aly told herself. He doesnt know what that means. She looked at him, arms folded, trying to keep any extra feelings from leaping out. "What are you doing?" she asked, to change the subject to anything less dangerous. Then she grimaced. He was fletching arrows, as always. She glanced at his bench, then bent down. He was fletching, but these arrows were heavier, and the feathers he used were not bird feathers, but Stormwing. "How did you cut them up?" she wanted to know, genuinely curious. More scraps of cut-up steel feathers lay on the bench. Nawat pointed to a long piece of what looked like black, chipped glass. "Shiny volcano rock," he told Aly. "Chip the edge until it is sharp. That cuts Stormwing feathers. They come from the heat of the place where Stormwings were born." Aly touched the glassy blade. "Obsidian," she said. "Thats its name." "Yes," Nawat replied. "Shiny volcano rock." He set a length of steel feather into a thin groove filled with glue and held it in place. Aly didnt see a single cut on his hands, though the feathers were lethally sharp. "Wont they be too heavy for the glue?" she asked. "I shaped the glue. It holds Stormwing feathers," Nawat answered. "Stormwings really are born in volcanoes?" Aly inquired, curious. "In the beginning time, when they were first dreamed," replied Nawat, setting another piece of steel feather in its slot. "Now, if carrying an egg does not kill the mother, they are born from steel eggs." He looked at Aly and sighed, his dark eyes wistful. "The eggs are too heavy for a crow to take." "Youve already taken enough from Stormwings," Aly told him, pointing to the small pile of glinting feathers beside his bench. "You could have been killed." "There is a trick to it," he replied, and blew lightly on his fletchings. Holding the arrow shaft before one eye, he squinted down its length. "Perfect," he declared, and set the arrow down. "It seems like a lot of trouble and risk when goose feathers are safer to work with," Aly remarked. "What is a Stormwing-fletched arrow for, anyway?" "They are mage killers," replied Nawat. "No matter if the mage is powerful, if he has great spells to protect him. A Stormwing arrow will cut through illusion and magic." Aly whistled softly, impressed. "Take very good care of those, then," she told Nawat. "We might find a use for them." "I made them for you," Nawat said, giving her that radiant, innocent smile. "They are yours, for a day when they will help you." He offered a finished arrow shaft to her. Aly smiled at him despite the goose bumps that rippled along her skin. "Keep them until theyre needed, please," she told him. "My archery skills arent very good." "You could practice," Nawat pointed out. "Im a slave," Aly explained. "Slaves who are caught with weapons are killed." "Then do not be a slave," he said matter-of-factly. "Fly free." "Not just yet," she replied. "Ill see the summer out first." Description for Library Alianne must call forth her mothers courage and her fathers wit in order to survive on the Copper Isles in a royal court rife with political intrigue and murderous conspiracy. Details ISBN0375828796 Author Tamora Pierce Short Title TRICKSTERS CHOICE Language English ISBN-10 0375828796 ISBN-13 9780375828799 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY FIC Year 2004 Residence New York, NY, US Birth 1954 DOI 10.1604/9780375828799 Series Number 1 Illustrations map Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2004-09-28 NZ Release Date 2004-09-28 US Release Date 2004-09-28 UK Release Date 2004-09-28 Pages 448 Audience Age 12 Publisher Random House USA Inc Series Tricksters Duet Publication Date 2004-09-28 Imprint Ember Audience Childrens (6-12) We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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