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Violence
A lot
Significant violence in the Roman-inspired empire: slavery, beatings, and executions are depicted
Language
Barely any
Minimal language
Sexual Content
Barely any
Brief romantic content between the protagonists
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of oppression, resistance, and the cost of survival in a world built on violence
What this book is about
Sabaa Tahir's debut YA fantasy is set in a world of brutal slavery and military oppression. Violence is significant and the world is genuinely dark. Appropriate for older teens who can handle serious darkness.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Slavery depiction
Significant violence
Brutal world-building
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