Deeds of Youth: Paksenarrion World Chronicles II

Elizabeth Moon

Jul 2023 · Jabberwocky Literary Agency, Inc.

About this ebook

Go back to before the beginning, with New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Moon’s brand new collection of short stories set in the world of Paksenarrion, featuring beloved Paksworld characters alongside unknown future favorites, as they navigate all the challenges, opportunities, failures, and triumphs inherent in the deeds (and misdeeds) of their youth.

Spanning from a time predating the events in Deed of Paksenarrion through to the Paladin’s Legacy years, the tales in Deeds of Youth have been revised and updated for this special compilation, which features all-new introductions from the author, as well as a previously unpublished short story exclusive to this volume!

Told with Elizabeth Moon’s trademark wit, empathy, and warmth, the seven stories in Deeds of Youth will not only appeal to Paksworld fans wanting to re-immerse themselves in Moon’s lush worldbuilding and masterful storytelling, but will also make a wonderful entry point for readers new to the Paksenarrion saga.

Deeds of Youth: Paksenarrion World Chronicles II
"A Bad Day at Duke’s East" – "The Dun Mare’s Grandchild" – "Dream’s Quarry" – "Gifts" – "First Blood" – "Mercenary’s Honor" – "Consequences"

Ratings and reviews

I enjoyed reading these short stories from the Paks world. From exploring the horse nomad culture to stories including Phelan before he was a Duke and more, it's been fun to delve into the world of Paks as seen through the eyes of youth in areas that you don't always see in the main books.

About the author

Former Marine Elizabeth Moon is the author of many novels, including Echoes of Betrayal, Kings of the North, Oath of Fealty, the Deed of Paksenarrion trilogy, Victory Conditions, Command Decisions, Engaging the Enemy, Marque and Reprisal, Trading in Danger, the Nebula Award winner The Speed of Dark, and Remnant Population, a Hugo Award finalist. After earning a degree in history from Rice University, Moon went on to obtain a degree in biology from the University of Texas, Austin. She lives in Florence, Texas.