Alanna: The First Adventure

My name is Alan Trebondsky. I’m a page at the court of His Majesty King Roald. And I have a secret—actually, I’m a girl.

In a world where girls are forbidden to become warriors, I dream of only one thing: becoming a knight. My future is predetermined—I’ve been assigned a monastery and lessons in magic—but I decided to rewrite my fate. My twin brother, Tom, and I swapped places: he went to study sorcery, and I, dressing as a boy, set off for the palace.

I knew it would be difficult. But I didn’t know how much. Schooling, duels, combat training, etiquette—every day I fight not only for the right to hold a sword, but also for the right to remain myself. I learn to manage my fears, my anger, and my heart. I learn to tell friend from enemy. And the hardest part is keeping my secret when there are so many eyes around.

But these trials sent by the gods are only the beginning of a great journey. That’s how the legend of Alanna of Trebond is born.