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Enemy of God

Bernard Cornwell, Concepcion Cardenoso (1996)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages416 (Chunky (400-600))
SettingHistorical
CSM age16+
Goodreads4.15/5 (379)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Synopsis

The continuing story of Arthur, the second in a trilogy which began with THE WINTER KING. The novels bring Arthur and his world to vivid life. A man battling for his vision of the future in a brutal age, dragged down by suspicions and magics of the past, surrounded by intrigue, dependent on his skill at war and genius for leadership.

Is Enemy of God appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This historical fantasy contains significant battlefield violence, political intrigue, and the brutal realities of Dark Ages warfare. Expect strong combat scenes with blood and casualties, complex moral choices, and mature themes of power, betrayal, and religious conflict.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, violence, and war (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who love gritty historical fantasy will be drawn to Arthur's struggle to build a vision of the future while battling enemies and navigating treacherous court politics in brutal Dark Ages Britain.

Tags

Historical FictionMilitary FictionDark Ages BritainArthurian Legend