Book Description Publication Date: August 24, 2004 | Series: Protector of the Small (Book 2) Kel fights to maintain the rigorous regimen of a page while confronting the prejudices that come with being a female in a man's world and coping with a crush on her closest friend, Neal. "Pierce makes Kel sweat for her success through perseverance, hard work, and skill. Readers will appreciate this true example of grrrl power." -School Library Journal