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Irons in the Fire

Juliet E. McKenna (2009)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesChronicles of the Lescari Revolution #1
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.51

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Synopsis

Chronicles of the Lescari Revolution is an incredible fantasy trilogy that tells of political upheaval born of civil war in the country of Lescar. Carved out of the collapse of the Old Tormalin Empire, the land has long been laid waste by its rival dukes, while bordering nations look on with indifference or exploit its misery. Now a mismatched band of exiles and rebels are agreed that the time has come for change. Can a small group, however determined, put an end to generations of intractable misery? Perhaps<U+2026> After all, a few stones falling in the right place can set a landslide in motion. But who can predict what the consequences will be, when all the dust has settled?

Is Irons in the Fire appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This adult epic fantasy depicts civil war and political revolution with on-page violence and consequences. The tone is serious and deals with themes of oppression, conflict, and the human cost of war.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love complex political fantasy with ensemble casts fighting for change will be drawn to this rebellion story.

Tags

Political FantasyWar FantasyMilitary Fantasy