The Woman Who Rides Like a Man (Song of the Lioness Series #3)

Woman who rides like a man

In book three of the Song of the Lioness series, Alanna has just received her Knight's shield and is anxious to be off on an adventure of her own making. Accompanied by the steady Coram, who trained her as a young page, Alanna feels ready for any eventuality. Heading southward, Alanna and Coram are attacked by murderous desert dwellers and are eventually rescued by the equally enigmatic Bazhir people who offer her two options: fight one of their own warriors and join the tribe or be killed. Wisely, Alanna fights and awes group with her fighting skills and compassion - except for a notable few members of the Bloody Hawk tribe. Despite all the tradition and prejudice against women, Alanna is slowing welcomed by the group, eventually becoming the tribe's newest shaman and training three youngsters to carry on her in place.

Even though she has escaped the confines of palace life, Alanna is confronted with the reality of determining her relationship with Prince Jonathan while the ever comforting presence of George, the King of the Thieves, silently keeps watch over her. All of Alanna's friends are wonderful but George has always been a standout for me. This book finally showed a little more personality in Jonathan and, for good or bad, made for a more interesting character.

Wherever she goes, Alanna draws attention. It's probably the whole red hair, purple eyes, warrior maiden thing she has going on but it really works for her. I'd probably stop in my tracks if she crossed my way too. That said, I love how she is constantly faced with difficult challenges where there really is no easy answer. Alanna faces each situation with maturity and intelligence that I can't help but admire. But above all, she is loyal to her friends and to the vows she made as a knight and it shows in everything she does. I am so enjoying this series and I can't wait to see what is up next for Alanna in the concluding volume, Lioness Rampant.
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Love this series

I have loved this series ever since I was in jr. high. I borrowed them from a friend at the time, but I'm finally glad to have my own set. I don't like the new cover art, and that's what BAM only sells now. It's hard to find this cover anymore in stores, unless it's used. So I was very glad I was still able to get these online through B&N.

To: the people who put the editoral reviews on here

You know that some of us are actually READING the book, and hearing about how the person on tape/CD narrates SOOO well doesn't help us decide whether to buy the book, right?

Okay

Okay

The woman who rides like a man

Intersting exiting and roantic.This book the therd of the serise will make you want to raed it agin

Good

I was a little disappointed that Jonathan and George weren't in this one more, but I still liked it the same as the others. I think because I'm listening to the audio of these (and therefor don't have a visual of when I'm nearing the end) I always feel like they end a little abruptly. This one in particular was a little less eventful than the other books in the series, but it also made sense for Alanna to have some down time.

GREAT

Awesome this is the best series i've ever read

outstanding.

I love this book and the rest of the books.

Rushed and Not Realistic

The first book was a great piece to read but this just flunked. It felt like the book was rushing since about 2 years of her life was crowded into 1 chapter. Issues like sex, kissing, and mainly all the big events in a life in this book felt like it wasn't detailed enough. I know it's a teen novel but give a break! Most children know what sex is by the time they reach 3rd grade.

a reviewer

I would reccomend reading the 'Song of the Lioness' quartet to anybody who has a taste for adventure, fantasy, or even romance. I love the way Pierce sets the pace and the way she describes the characters. Alanna is a good role model for anyone who has wanted to try something new. She displays great courage and wit, and a few jokes are spun into the story. I fancy myself I writer, and I know a good book when I read one. This is a great book. Happy reading! -Written by an eleven-year-old

Sorry to break the mood here

These books were terrible. They were blunt, and each book felt like the author was trying to rush through them. Alanna is barely likeable, and the romantic plotlines,pathetic and generic. Ahh the prince and the theiflord. What a winning and original combination! they did nothing for my imagination and actually put me in a bad mood. The plotline is see through and you end up getting tired of the characters. Sex is dealt with to lightly. im not saying she sleeps around or anything, its just the issue needs to be stressed. this last one i could barely get through, it felt like work!! im not reading the last one, because im so tired of these boring books. The authors writting is also a turn off. Shes not good. While i was reading it i could insert details and sentences that would make it better! your not supposed to do that while your reading! okay im done ranting. I do not recommend these books to anyone.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

readaholic

I absolutly LOVE this series!!! I'm totally buying every book that is related to the it!!!

Amazing!!!!!

This series is my most favorite series EVER!!! Tamora Pierce is a awesome and creative author. this was the first series by her that i had ever read, and from the first page i was hooked and have been hooked on fantasy ever sence. i HIGHLY reccommend this series to anyone who wants a stay-up-to-midnight until you finish kind of book.!!

This Book Rocked!

Alanna is seekig adventure when she is unexpectedly captured by the Bazhir. Alanna's adventure continues. This book was so awesome, I recomend it to everyone who loves Tamora Pierce.

THE BEST!

I loved this book so much! I love all of the books in this series. Tamora Pierce makes you want to be just like Allana in this adventure!

Awsome book!

It was a little slow in the beginning but then when Jon showed up in the Bazarh then things got better but how could Jon and her brake up and whats with him moving along so fast? But at least Alanna and George are together becuase ovboislly Jon didnt like her as much as we all thought.

HORRAY FOR TAMORA PIERCE!!!!!

This book is another great installment in Pierce's SONG OF THE LIONESS. Though this one is not based in Corus, like the first two, it is just as good. It gets much more into the magical qualities that people in Tortall posses, but there is still plenty of fighting and romance. It's an excellent adventure, you should all read it, but read the other two books first!

An OK Book

Not as good as I thought it would be. Kind of boring. You should still read it though, because you might have different tastes than I do. Also read the rest of the series.

A Good Book

This book was my least favorite of the series, although I liked it very much. Some of it was confusing, like her relationships with Jon and George. I feel that one of them, after deciding he didn't love Alanna, moved on so quickly.

loved the whole series

i actually read In the Hands of the Goddess first (found it in a library's dusty shelves) and i was HOOKED. imagine my reaction when i discovered the entire series!! the first and second books were marvelous. this book was great too, but i wasnt interested in her shaman occupation. however, the fourth book made up for it and u discovered that this book was definitely needed to transition from book 2 to 4. LOVED THE ENTIRE SERIES!