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Violence
Some
Some adventure and political violence in the fantasy register
Language
Barely any
Mild language
Sexual Content
Barely any
Minimal romantic content
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Some
Court intrigue and the psychological dynamics of power and betrayal are the novel's central concerns
What this book is about
Bev Stout's fantasy novel follows characters navigating the hidden politics and power structures of a medieval-inspired kingdom, where secrets can determine survival. The novel mixes political intrigue with adventure elements in the tradition of classic epic fantasy. Suitable for the audience interested in court-based fantasy with mysteries at its heart.
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Political intrigue and betrayal themes
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