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In the era of The Hundred Kingdoms, a time of war and unrest, King Carolin of Hastur and his friend Keeper Varzil Ridenow work selflessly to put an end to the destruction caused by the long range weapons of the magical matrix Towers. But Eduin Deslucido-who once called Carolin brother-has been consumed with a vengeful rage, and will stop at nothing to destroy the king and his plan for peace.
Is A Flame in Hali appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult fantasy novel features magical warfare with long-range destructive weapons, political intrigue, and a revenge-driven antagonist seeking to destroy the protagonists. Violence is significant given the war setting and magical combat, though likely not graphically detailed.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include mass death, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love complex political fantasy with magic systems and stories about war, peace, and the consequences of vengeance will be drawn into this conflict.