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Violence
Some
Some adventure violence and spy intrigue
Language
Barely any
Mild language
Sexual Content
Barely any
Queer romantic relationship begins in this novel; handled with restraint in the first book
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Some
The adventure and the friendship between Alec and Seregil drive the emotional center
What this book is about
Lynn Flewelling's first Nightrunner novel follows Alec, a young man rescued from prison by the charming spy and agent Seregil, and drawn into a world of espionage, magic, and political intrigue. The novel is notable for its queer protagonist — Seregil and Alec's relationship develops throughout the series. Flewelling's fantasy world is well-realized and the plotting is engaging. Violence and romance are present at the adult fantasy level.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Queer protagonist and romance (positive representation)
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