In the Hand of the Goddess

Song of the Lioness, Book 2

By: Tamora Pierce

Narrated by: Trini Alvarado

Disguised as a boy, Alanna of Trebond becomes a squire—to none other than the prince of the realm. But Prince Jonathan is much more to Alanna; he is her ally, her best friend, and one of the few who knows that she's really a girl.

Now it will take all of Alanna's awesome skill, strength, and growing magical powers to protect him from the mysterious evil sorcerer who is bent on his destruction—and hers!

Here continues the story of Alanna, a young woman bound for glory who is willing to fight against enormous odds for what she believes in.

Follow Alanna of Trebond's quest to knighthood in the Song of the Lioness series.©1984 Tamora Pierce (P)2001 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Critic reviews

"An action-filled adventure novel. Recommended."—Fantasy Review

"This series is sprightly, filled with adventure and marvelously satisfying."—School Library Journal

Good, but not as good as its predecessor...

I listened to the audio edition of "In the Hands of the Goddess" and enjoyed the continuing adventures of Alanna. In this book, Alanna becomes a squire and must face her worst fears accompanied by her faithful companions: Prince Jonathan, the cat faithful and George.

I was disappointed a bit with this Alanna book. Mainly because I think Alanna's romantic adventures with older men were a bit strange. Why can't Alanna meet a boy her own age? In particular the relationship with George... I don't care for George and he is... 7 years older? Yuck.

Overall, if you like Alanna you will enjoy this. Although I think the talking cat Faithful was a little much. This was a good book. Recommend for teens and young adults.

I love this series.

I’ve loved this series forever and I just realized they’re audiobooks lol. The only critique I have is that although I really enjoy the narrator, I wish they could give it a little more oomph. Maybe in the next one! :)

A heart pounding sequel

Would you listen to In the Hand of the Goddess again? Why?

I have many times and plan to again.

What did you like best about this story?

There are many things I enjoyed about this book. The clash between Alanna and Roger, the witty style of writing... I could go on for hours.

Have you listened to any of Trini Alvarado’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This performance was on par with her others.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, and in my most recent listen I actually did.

best series of books

this has been one of my favorite series of books I have read the series free times and listen to it at least a few. wonderful books for girls of all ages teaching them to be strong ladies without fear of being a woman

Well done

Even if you stopped at this book, you could find your self satisfied. No cliffhangers to force the next book on you.

Loved it!

This was about one of my favorite characters and the performance was perfectly awesome! Thank you!

Good for many listens!

That rare thing, a narrator whose voice draws you in and keeps you in the story while not disrupting the world you built when first reading the books in print. Love this adventurous girl-empowering series and the memorable characters within it!

A fun read

This book was engaging and I enjoyed listening to it on audible. An honorable, intelligent, and compassionate heroine outwitting a slimy deceitful immoral villain.

Excellent!

I love that this is such a strong woman role model. Great storyline. Excellent narration.

a good book

I cannot wait to read the next book. this was a good time.i highly recommend this series.