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Synopsis
FitzChivalry Farseer has become firmly ensconced in the queen’s court. Along with his mentor, Chade, and the simpleminded yet strongly Skilled Thick, Fitz strives to aid Prince Dutiful on a quest that could secure peace with the Outislands - and win Dutiful the hand of the Narcheska Elliania. The Narcheska has set the prince an unfathomable task: to behead a dragon trapped in ice on the isle of Aslevjal. Yet not all the clans of the Outislands support their effort. Are there darker forces at work behind Elliana’s demand? Knowing that the Fool has foretold he will die on the island of ice, Fitz plots to leave his dearest friend behind. But fate cannot so easily be defied.
Is Fool's Fate appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This epic fantasy features moderate fantasy violence including dragon slaying, political intrigue, and themes of sacrifice and fate. No explicit sexual content or strong language, but emotionally complex with mature themes.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, grief, and betrayal (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy following FitzChivalry and his companions on a dangerous quest involving dragons, political marriage, and the struggle against prophecy.