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Hero archetypes
Heroine archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Tropes
Synopsis
Duncan wraps up the adventures of Rap, the heroic stable boy whose quest is to save his queen in this grand finale to the A Man of His Word series. Having failed to rescue Queen Inos from Azak, Rap awaits his fate at the hands of Azak's torturers.
Is Emperor and Clown appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This series finale contains strong violence including torture scenes and perilous situations as the hero faces his enemies. Romance is mild with no explicit content.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include torture, captivity, and violence.
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the epic conclusion to Rap's heroic journey as he faces torture and impossible odds to save his queen.