There is power and there is power, my dear. My power can be vast, in the right places.
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About Tamora Pierce

Tamora Pierce was a 20th-century American writer. Tamora Pierce is an American writer of fantasy fiction for teenagers, known best for stories featuring young heroines. She made a name for herself with her first book series, The Song of the Lioness (1983–1988), which followed the main character Alanna through the trials and triumphs of training as a knight. Read more on Wikipedia →

Themes

  • Power — The dynamics of influence, authority, and leadership

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