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HeartQuest was a series of six interactive novels published by TSR, Inc. for young teenagers during the 80s. The series was a spin-off from their main Endless Quest series set in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. With each novel billed as a "quest for romance and adventure", the series was intended to appeal primarily to a female audience.
As the series was not in print for long, some of the books are very difficult to find, especially the last two.
The series is composed of:
- Ring of the Ruby Dragon by Jeannie Black
- Talisman of Valdegarde by Madeleine Simon
- Secret Sorceress by Linda Lowery
- Isle of Illusion by Madeleine Simon
- Moon Dragon Summer by Linda Lowery
- Lady of the Winds by Kate Novak
Each book follows a female main character who is frequently embarking on a quest in order to avoid being relegated to a typically feminine role in life, i.e., being forced to marry or otherwise being prevented from engaging in heroic pursuits. The heroine is presented with a task (locating a treasure, defeating a dragon) and encounters one or two eligible young men along the way. Depending on the choices the reader makes, the heroine may successfully complete the quest, find romance, or both.