Another excellent recommendation made to me by a former colleague, Deborah, led me to pick up Graceling by Kristin Cashore. I enjoyed Katsa, the main character for all her charisma and no non-sense attitude, oh and of course the fact that she can kick anybody's butt! As far as content goes this book is not that complex with your classic oppressive father figure (in this case an evil uncle, cause you know that's original) and mysterious evil man who has extremely persuasive powers and an attractive eye-patch. All in all an excellent fluff read to go along with anything heavy you might be reading.
Katsa is an extremely gifted fighter who finds herself in the position of official thug to her uncle, who just so happens to be king. Trying to break free of a career that is less than desirable, and a little immoral, Katsa stumbles onto a bigger picture than she can imagine. Using her network of spies along with the help of her new friend and fellow graceling Prince Po, Katsa goes on a cross continental journey through forest and over snow strewn mountains (think LOTR style mountain pass people) to save a princess in peril and much more.
Kristin Cashore
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