If You Love Tammy,
then You'll Like...
Are your copies of Tammy's books falling apart? Have you read them so many times you can quote them word for word? Well, perhaps it's time to try another author. Here are some recommendations by Steelsings memebers of books you might enjoy if you've loved Tamora Pierce.
Sabriel (Old Kingdom Trillogy) by Garth Nix
Ever since she was a tiny child, she has lived outside the Wall of the Old Kingdom - far away from the uncontrolled power of Free Magic, and away from the Dead who won't stay dead. But now her father is missing and Sabriel is called upon to cross back into that world to find him. Sabriel is a great female heroine and plenty of magic to keep even the most devoted Tammy fan satisfied for, well, a good few hours at least! Garth Nix has also written three other Old Kingdom books and a new series call the Keys to the Kingdom. Emma.
The Amulet of Samarkand (Bartimaeus Trillogy) by Jonathon Stroud
Set in another London, where the magicians are rulers and demons are their slaves, Nathaniel is a young, but powerful, apprentice magician. Taken away, as are all magicians, from his parents when young, he summons a powerful demon, Bartimaeus. He wishes Bartimaeus to steal a powerful object - The Amulet of Samarkand. Not only that, but he the current owner of the amulet is none other than Simon Lovelace, one of the most powerful magicians around. Bartimaeus and Nathaniel must deal with the amulet, Simon Lovelace, Nathaniel's master and learn to live with each other! Told from Bartimaeus, Nathaniel, and later Kitty's point of veiw, this sarcastic tale full of magic, plots and demons will keep every Tammy reader laughing again and again (trust me, my muscles hurt after rereading the series) and don't worry - the books are thick! Rose Black.
Redwall (Redwall Series) by Brian Jacques
This series is absolutely a must for Tammy readers! Set in the fictional land of Mossflower, Mr. Jacques tells of the adventures of the inhabitants of Redwall Abbey, all who happen to be animals. Mice, hedgehogs, squirrels, otters, badgers, and others make up the good creatures of the Abbey who fight against the rats, ferrets, wildcats, weasels, etc. Mr. Jacques has a way of taking the unbelievable and making it seem possible, and he does it with flair! Great accents, wonderful characters, and amazing battles make these books classics. I highly reccomend them! Shay.
Assassin's Apprentice (Farseers Trilogy) by Robin Hobb
If you like Tammy, you'll love Robin Hobb. Although her books are destined to older people (from 16 onwards), they're written clearly, directly to the point, and with an amazing style. The stories are intricate but not overly so, set in a rich fantasy world which Robin Hobb has developed even more than Tamora Pierce has developed Tortall. Intrigue, combat, romance, dragons and magic, everything is there and Robin Hobb is one of the most successful fantasy authors alongside Tamora Pierce. There are three series in same world as the Assassin's Apprentice (the World of the Six Dutchies) which should be read in the correct order. The Solidier Son Trillogy is set in another world. Cams.