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Oath Breaker

Michelle Paver (2008)

SubgenreLow Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesChronicles of Ancient Darkness #5
Setting
CSM age12
Goodreads4.35

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen OneReluctant Hero

Synopsis

Torak swears to avenge the killing of one of his closest friends. To fulfil his oath he must brave the hidden valleys of the Deep Forest where the clans have reverted to the savagery of an earlier time. Here, Torak family learns why he is the Spirit Walker and discovers the true cost of revenge.

Is Oath Breaker appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 12 and up.

This prehistoric fantasy features a teen hero seeking revenge for a friend's death, with tribal violence and themes of grief and savagery. The moral consequences of vengeance are central to the story.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of a loved one, grief, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Fans of adventure-driven fantasy with animal companions will follow Torak on a dangerous quest through ancient forests as he discovers his destiny.

Tags

Prehistoric FantasySurvivalAdventure