Terrier (Beka Cooper, #1)
Terrier (Beka Cooper, #1)
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Novel • Fiction
Corus • Medieval Fantasy World
2006
12-18 years
700L
Super Short Summary
Terrier by Tamora Pierce follows Beka Cooper, a young recruit in the Provost's Guard in the city of Corus. Set in the realm of Tortall, Beka uses her unique abilities to solve crimes while navigating the challenges of her training and uncovering hidden dangers.
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Tamora Pierce's Terrier offers an immersive medieval fantasy experience with a strong, relatable heroine in Beka Cooper. Readers praise its rich world-building and well-developed characters. However, the detailed journal-style narrative can be slow-paced and dense for some. Overall, it's a compelling read for dedicated fantasy enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Terrier (Beka Cooper, #1)?
Readers who revel in young adult fantasy with strong female protagonists will delight in Tamora Pierce's Terrier. Fans of Kristen Cashore's Graceling or Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass series will appreciate the rich world-building and intricate plot, alongside themes of courage and resilience.
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Terrier is part of Tamora Pierce's Beka Cooper trilogy, which is a prequel series to her popular Tortall books, expanding on the universe's rich history and traditions.
The novel is presented in a journal format, offering readers a unique insight into the protagonist's thoughts and experiences as she embarks on her training as a "Puppy" in the Provost's Guard.
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Tamora Pierce was inspired by the work of LAPD officers and the procedural aspects of police work while crafting the detailed world of Terrier, focusing on the nitty-gritty of crime and law enforcement in a fantasy setting.
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Novel • Fiction
Corus • Medieval Fantasy World
2006
12-18 years
700L
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