The Song of the Lioness Books in Order
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Tamora Pierce's debut fantasy quartet, in which noblewoman Alanna of Trebond disguises herself as a boy to train for knighthood in the realm of Tortall. The four books follow one continuous coming-of-age story as Alanna grows from a stubborn page into a legendary lady knight.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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Buy on Amazon1983 · Tamora Pierce
"From now on, I'm Alan of Trebond, the younger twin. I'll be a knight." Alanna of Trebond and her twin brother Thom switch places: Thom heads to the…
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Buy on Amazon1984 · Tamora Pierce
Alanna, disguised as a boy, becomes a squire to Prince Jonathan, who is both her liege lord and her closest friend. Only a few people know her true…
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Buy on AmazonThe Woman Who Rides Like a Man
1986 · Tamora Pierce
Alanna of Trebond, newly knighted, travels to the desert of Tortall and is captured by a fierce tribe. To avoid death, she must duel in a trial by…
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Buy on Amazon1988 · Tamora Pierce
Alanna of Trebond, the first female knight errant, is unsure if she still wants to be a hero after achieving her dream. She faces a new challenge:…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the The Song of the Lioness books in?
Publication order — Widely recommended by readers and the publisher (Simon & Schuster); the four books form a single continuous narrative meant to be read in sequence Start with “Alanna.”
How many books are in the The Song of the Lioness series?
We list 4 books by Tamora Pierce , published between 1983–1988.
Where can I buy the The Song of the Lioness books?
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