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Midnight Never Come

Marie Brennan (2008)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesOnyx Court #1
Setting
CSM age14
Goodreads3.5

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

Courtier

Heroine archetypes

Fae HeroineCourtier

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVs

Synopsis

In the thirty years since Elizabeth I ascended her throne, fae and mortal politics have become inextricably entwined, in secret alliances and ruthless betrayals whose existence is suspected only by a few. Two courtiers, both struggling for royal favor, are about to uncover the secrets that lie behind these two thrones. And a faerie lady's courage and loyalty are about to be tested.

Is Midnight Never Come appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 14 and up.

This historical fantasy blends Elizabethan court politics with faerie intrigue, featuring political manipulation, betrayals, and likely some violence typical of court machinations. Appropriate for mature teens comfortable with complex political plots.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include political violence, betrayal, and manipulation.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 14+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens who love intricate political scheming and faerie lore set in Queen Elizabeth's court will enjoy unraveling the secret connections between two hidden worlds.

Tags

Historical FantasyPolitical FantasyUrban FantasyElizabethan Era