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Synopsis
"Bound to a man she cannot love, Queen Alera of Hytanica must forget Narian, the young man who holds her heart. For Narian is destined to conquer Hytanica at the behest of his master, the powerful magic-user known as the Overlord. Alera doesn't truly believe Narian will fight against Hytanica—until Cokyrian troops attack with Narian commanding the charge. Faced with the greatest betrayal a heart can know, Alera must set aside personal feelings and lead her kingdom through its darkest time. And when all hope, will and courage seem lost, she must find strength and remember that even the blackest night must have a dawn ."
Is Allegiance appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This YA fantasy features war themes, political intrigue, and the emotional turmoil of a queen forced to fight against her true love. Violence is battlefield-level without graphic detail, and romance remains fade-to-black.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include emotional abuse, betrayal, and war (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will root for a queen torn between duty and love as she leads her kingdom against impossible odds.