I read the Alanna series when I was around 12, and I adored all four tales. As with many great fantasy series in the Young Adult collection, Alanna is a strong and clever heroine who's cunning and honor get her through many troubles, from magical enemies to the confusions of her own heart.
I always imagined Alanna in triumph, which is how I've drawn her here. That horse gave me a bit of trouble, but I managed to tame her and make a proper warhorse out of her. |