Summary: In the final thrilling installment of Tamora Pierce’s Protector of the Small Quartet, our sturdy young heroine Kel has finally been knighted. Praise for the series: “This meaty book has lots of fighting and challenges to Kel’s authority, allowing her once again to prove that she is equal to the men. Her compassion for those weaker than herself and her strong leadership skills make her an appealing protagonist.”— School Library Journal “Gripping…series fans will grab this.” —Booklist