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Violence
Some
Some faery violence and the political threat of the courts
Language
Some
Adult language in Hamilton's urban fantasy register
Sexual Content
Very heavy
Very explicit sexual content throughout; the Merry Gentry series' most consistent feature
Substance Use
Barely any
Some substance use in the faery court setting
Emotional Intensity
Some
The political danger of Merry's position creates tension; the series is primarily for readers invested in the explicit content and Hamilton's fey mythology
What this book is about
The sixth Merry Gentry novel follows Merry and her guards as they face accusations of rape brought against her men by the Seelie Court, while Merry's position in the succession politics grows more complicated. Hamilton's faery series is explicitly erotic throughout; the sexual content is very graphic and the political intrigue provides its framework. For adult fans of Hamilton's work only.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Very explicit sexual content throughout
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