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Synopsis
A "work-in-progress" sneak preview of Abhorsen, the third book in the trilogy.Book Two of the Old Kingdom Trilogy.It is Lirael in whose hands the fate of the Old Kingdom lies. She must undertake a desperate mission under the growing shadow of an ancient evil -- one that threatens to break the very boundary between Life and Death itself. With only her faithful companion, the Disreputable Dog, to help her, Lirael must find the courage to seek her own hidden destiny.Book I: Sabriel; Book III: Abhorsen
Is Lirael appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This YA fantasy sequel features a coming-of-age heroine on a dangerous quest involving necromancy and battles between Life and Death. Expect moderate fantasy violence and dark magical themes appropriate for mature middle schoolers and teens.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, grief, and violence.
Who'll love this
Teens will love following Lirael and her magical dog companion on an epic quest to stop ancient evil and discover her true destiny.