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Lamentation

Ken Scholes (2009)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Psalms of Isaak #1
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.71

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVsEnsemble Cast

Synopsis

As an ancient weapon destroys the city of Windwir, a young apprentice watches from a nearby hilltop, mourning the death of the city and his father. When Rudolfo, Lord of the Nine Forest Houses, realizes what has happened, he knows for certain that the land will soon be plunged into a devastating war.

Is Lamentation appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This epic fantasy opens with the catastrophic destruction of an entire city and deals with themes of mass death, war, and grief throughout. Expect political intrigue and strong violence as the world descends into war.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include genocide, mass death, death of parent, and grief (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens interested in epic fantasy with complex politics and war will find an expansive world dealing with loss and the consequences of devastating weapons.

Tags

Military FantasyPolitical Fantasy