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A Bright and Terrible Sword

Nancy Kress (2012)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesRoger / Soulvine Moor Chronicles #3
Setting
CSM age10

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

CaptivityViolence

Protagonist archetypes

Quest Protagonist

Synopsis

Roger has faced down Queens, barbarians, dangerous ghostly dogs and even armies. There is one challenge left: to stand against the mysterious Soulviners and their dangerous plans to dominate the Land of the Dead. His friends held captive, his true powers still undiscovered, it's possible only the legendary bright and terrible sword can save them now ... A fast-paced, character- and story-driven tale, this tale is packed with action, emotion and danger.

Is A Bright and Terrible Sword appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This middle grade fantasy features action-packed battles against supernatural forces and armies, with friends held captive. The violence is adventure-level rather than graphic, appropriate for the target age group.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include captivity and violence.

Who'll love this

Readers will love following Roger's epic quest for a legendary sword as he fights to save his captured friends from the mysterious Soulviners.

Tags

Adventure FantasyQuest FantasySword and Sorcery