The Deed Of Paksenarrion
The Deed of Paksenarrion omnibus (DEED OF PAKSENARRION SERIES)
Elizabeth Moon
A young woman determined to escape poverty unexpectedly becomes a soldier for hire. But when attacked with an ensorcelled knife, Paksenarrion attracts malignant forces and must confront spider-minions, orcs, and corrupted men to learn about her own powers and foil a blood mage's plan. With an intriguing storyline, this fantasy trilogy includes SHEEPFARMER's DAUGHTER, DIVIDED ALLEGIANCE, and OATH OF GOLD. Fans of Anne McCaffrey and dark fantasy will find this thrilling.