First Test (Protector of the Small, #1)
by Tamora Pierce
First Test by Tamora Pierce holds a highly rated rating of 4.24 out of 5, based on 40K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 240 pages.
About First Test
In the medieval and fantastic realm of Tortall, Keladry of Mindelan is the first girl to take advantage of the decree that permits females to train for knighthood. Up against the traditional hazing of pages and a grueling schedule, Kel faces only one real roadblock: Lord Wyldon, the training master of pages and squires. He is absolutely against girls becoming knights. So while he is forced to train her, Wyldon puts her on probation for one year. It is a trial period that no male page has ever had to endure and one that separates the good natured Kel even more from her fellow trainees during the tough first year. But Kel Is not a girl to underestimate, as everyone is about to find out...
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Tamora Pierce |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 240 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.24 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 40,036 |
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What genre is First Test?
First Test is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is First Test worth reading?
Based on 40K reader ratings, First Test has an average score of 4.24 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is First Test?
First Test has 240 pages.
Who wrote First Test?
First Test was written by Tamora Pierce. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for First Test?
The ISBN-13 for First Test is 9780679889180.0.
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