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Epic Fantasy

Arrows of the Queen

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  • 1987 first published
  • 320 pages
  • ★ 4.0 (13 ratings)
  • 11 editions
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Published in 1987, Arrows of the Queen is an epic fantasy novel by Mercedes Lackey. Readers will find themes of Valdemar and Heralds of Valdemar.

Open Library readers give it an average of 4.0 out of 5 from 13 ratings, and 107 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 11 editions.

At about 320 pages, most readers finish it in 5–6 hours.

About Arrows of the Queen

Arrows of the Queen is the first book in the Heralds of Valdemar Trilogy. Chosen by the Companion Rolan, a mystical horse-like being with powers beyonding imagining, Talia, once a runaway, has now become a trainee Herald, destined to become one of the Queen's own elite guard. For Talia has certain awakening talents of the mind that only a Companion like Rolan can truly sense. But as Talia struggles to master he unique abilities, time is running out. For conspiracy is brewing in Valdemar, a deadly treason which could destory Queen and kingdom. Opposed by unknown enemies capable of both diabolical magic and treacherous assassination, the Queen must turn to Talia and the Heralds for aid in protecting the realm and insuring the future of the Queen's heir, a child already in danger of becoming bespelled by the Queen's own foes! Music from the books can be found on the CD's Heralds, Harpers & Havoc and Lovers, Lore & Loss.
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  • Fantasy
  • Valdemar, Imaginary place
  • Valdemar
  • Heralds of Valdemar
  • Epic fantasy

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Who wrote Arrows of the Queen?

Arrows of the Queen was written by Mercedes Lackey and first published in 1987.

What genre is Arrows of the Queen?

It is usually shelved as Epic Fantasy.

How long is Arrows of the Queen?

The median edition has 320 pages, about 5–6 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.

What books are similar to Arrows of the Queen?

Readers who like it often enjoy A Game of Thrones, The Eye of the World and The Silmarillion.

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