| Book Title | Green Rider |
| Series | Green Rider |
| Genre | Fantasy |
| Author | Kristen Britain |
| Publisher | DAW Books |
| Published | 2000 |
| Format | Mass Market Paperback |
| Condition | Good |
| Condition Notes | Moderate shelf wear with light edge and corner rubbing. Minor spine creasing and light surface wear from reading. Binding is solid and pages appear clean with no major writing, highlighting, or loose pages. A very nice reading copy. |
| Condition | Good |
Karigan G’ladheon is an ordinary merchant’s daughter fleeing trouble when she encounters a dying Green Rider—one of the king’s legendary magical messengers. Charged with delivering an urgent message to the king, she reluctantly accepts the Rider’s enchanted horse and mysterious brooch, becoming the target of dark magic and ruthless enemies. As ancient powers awaken across the kingdom, Karigan discovers that destiny has chosen her for far more than a single dangerous ride.
EugeneBookStore Summary
Green Rider is the acclaimed debut novel that launched Kristen Britain’s long-running Green Rider series. Combining classic epic fantasy with memorable characters, political intrigue, and an engaging magic system, it has become a modern fantasy favorite. Fans of Robin Hobb, Mercedes Lackey, and Terry Brooks will find much to enjoy in this exciting adventure.
Collector Notes
Originally published in 1998, Green Rider marked Kristen Britain’s debut and quickly developed a devoted following. The series continues to expand, making early DAW paperback editions desirable for collectors building matching sets.
Awards
Compton Crook Award (1999) – Winner for Best First Novel.