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Forbidden Wasteland

Jim Branger (2002)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age16

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / Partners

Synopsis

A blend of Robinson Crusoe and Edgar Rice Burroughs, Forbidden Wasteland chronicles the adventures of Jack Carson on a strange and savage planet. Marooned, with no way to signal Galaxy Command of his whereabouts, Jack is eventually captured by evil Rogilan warriors and sold as a slave. With Simione, a beautiful yellow-eyed Chuksan woman, Jack leads a slave revolt, only to be pursued across land and sea by the vengeful Rogilians. In this bizarre wasteland of flying reptiles, dangerous beasts, and even more dangerous humans, only the strong can survive.

Is Forbidden Wasteland appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

Contains slavery, violence from dangerous creatures and vengeful warriors, and a slave revolt with combat sequences. Romantic elements remain understated.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love classic adventure stories with alien worlds, dangerous creatures, and survival against overwhelming odds will be hooked.

Tags

Planetary RomanceScience FantasyAdventureSurvival Fiction