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Synopsis
Silvanos, the august founder of the united elven nation known as Silvanesti, Is dead and buried in a crystal tomb. The leadership of the clans and households has fallen to his son, Sithel, who is himself father of twin sons. The princes Sithas and Kith-Kanan represent emerging factions among the elves: Kith-Kanan is the leader of the Wildrunners, a group of elves that stirs tension by forging contacts and trade with the humans of Ergoth; Sithas closely allies himself with the court in the elven capital. The rivalry between kin climaxes with their father’s mysterious death. When Kith-Kanan is vaguely implicated, Sithas the firstborn twin, is enthroned.
Is Firstborn appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Parents should know this epic fantasy involves political intrigue, a father's mysterious death, and sibling rivalry that leads to one brother's exile. Violence is present but not graphic, focusing on political maneuvering and power struggles within elven society.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include murder, death of parent, and political violence (see the full list above).
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Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the clash between tradition-bound and reform-minded elven princes, political scheming in the royal court, and the mystery surrounding a king's death.