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Eyes of Crow

Jeri Smith-Ready (2006)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesAspect of Crow #1
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.87

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

Outcast / Loner

Protagonist archetypes

Cursed ProtagonistReluctant Hero

Synopsis

She was born to die...again and again.For Rhia was bound to the Spirit of Crow, gifted with the foresight of Death's approach and doomed to the isolation of one feared and set apart. There must always be one whose magic can ease the passage of the people of Asermos to the Other Side. But to be the guide her people require, to truly know the depth of her gift--her curse--Rhia must surrender herself to the wisdom of the Great Forest...and drink deeply of Death itself.And though two powerful men stand ready to aid her, even to love her, the Aspect of Crow demands unthinkable sacrifices from the one who walks its path.

Is Eyes of Crow appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This fantasy novel deals with death magic and spiritual themes, including a protagonist who experiences death repeatedly to gain wisdom. Contains moderate violence, mild romantic content, and themes of sacrifice and isolation that may be emotionally intense.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens will be drawn to the unique magic system centered on death and rebirth, the isolated heroine's journey of self-discovery, and the romantic tension with two powerful men.

Tags

Romantic FantasySpiritual FantasyComing of AgeAnimal/Spirit Magic