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Violence
A lot
Battle violence and the threat of slavery and political assassination throughout
Language
Some
Some strong language
Sexual Content
Some
Some adult content; slavery and its implications are unflinching
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Some
The moral complexity of inheriting a kingdom built on injustice and deciding what to do about it drives the protagonist's character
What this book is about
Erika Johansen's debut fantasy follows Kelsea Glynn, who has grown up in hiding and now must travel to claim her rightful throne in the Tearling, a fantasy kingdom with echoes of medieval Europe. The novel establishes a complex world where slavery is practiced (the Tearling sends human tribute to a neighboring kingdom) and political intrigue is deadly. Violence is significant; the slavery themes are handled with moral seriousness. For adult fantasy readers.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Human slavery as central moral subject
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