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A review by meganpbennett
First Test by Tamora Pierce
adventurous
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Kel is the first girl since Alanna to decide that she wants to be a Knight. She is allowed to undergo the challenge as herself, but she is required to survive a probationary year, hence the title "First Test."
This book is rather similar to Tamora Pierce's Alanna series, with Kel undergoing training with the rest of the Pages. The older pages haze the younger pages, and Kel decides that she doesn't like bullies, no matter who or where they are. While training at the palace, she makes friends with the sparrows that live in her courtyard, feeding them breadcrumbs. They are important to the climax of the story, so watch out for them.
Good story, engaging and interesting. I'm interested in the sequel.
This book is rather similar to Tamora Pierce's Alanna series, with Kel undergoing training with the rest of the Pages. The older pages haze the younger pages, and Kel decides that she doesn't like bullies, no matter who or where they are. While training at the palace, she makes friends with the sparrows that live in her courtyard, feeding them breadcrumbs. They are important to the climax of the story, so watch out for them.
Good story, engaging and interesting. I'm interested in the sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny and Bullying
Moderate: Animal death and Death
Minor: Vomit and Suicide
FYI, the first chapter involves an immortal from the divine realms killing and eating kittens.