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Synopsis
Lion of Ireland (Brian Boru #1) by Morgan Llywelyn 4.13 · Rating details · 3,401 Ratings · 198 Reviews Morgan Llywelyn's New York Times bestselling historical classic of the greatest Irish king King. Warrior. Lover. Brian Boru was stronger, braver, and wiser than all other men--the greatest king Ireland has ever known. Out of the mists of the country's most violent age, he merged to lead his people to the peak of their golden era. Set against the barbaric splendor of the tenth century, this is a story rich in truth and legend, in which friends become deadly enemies, bedrooms turn into battlefields, and dreams of glory transform into reality
Is Lion of Ireland appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This historical epic set in 10th-century Ireland contains significant battlefield violence and warfare consistent with the era, along with mature romantic content. The 'barbaric splendor' and 'bedrooms turn into battlefields' suggest both violent and sexual content appropriate for mature readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, mass death, and war (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Older teens interested in Irish history and epic tales of legendary warriors will be drawn to this story of Ireland's greatest king rising from violence to unite his nation.