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City of Golden Shadow

Tad Williams (1991)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages782 (Doorstopper (600+))
SettingSpace
CSM age16
Goodreads3.93/5 (28967)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVsEnsemble Cast

Synopsis

The not so distant future where everybody has a second life in cyberspace. A growing sub-culture of cyberfolk and cyberpunks who are spending less and less time in the physical world, and ever increasing time 'plugged in'. But there is trouble brewing. Someone or something is trapping users 'online'. A rag-tag assortment of elite cybercitizens band together to stop the invasion. --- Volume 1 of the [Otherland series](https://openlibrary.org/works/OL16026545W/)

Is City of Golden Shadow appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This cyberpunk-infused epic fantasy involves a sinister virtual world conspiracy targeting children, with complex plotting, moderate violence, and mature themes about exploitation and power. The dense narrative and philosophical undertones are geared toward adult readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include child harm, power imbalance, and manipulation.

Who'll love this

Teens who love complex sci-fi mysteries with virtual worlds and conspiracy plots will be intrigued by this sprawling, immersive adventure.

Tags

CyberpunkScience FictionVirtual RealityThriller