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Path of Fate

Diana Pharaoh Francis (2003)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesPath #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.76
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

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Positive tags

AdventureSelf-DiscoveryHealing ArcFound Family

Heroine archetypes

Reluctant HeroineChosen One Heroine

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant HeroOutcast / Loner

Tropes

Chosen OneReluctant HeroAnimal CompanionQuestRebellionFated MatesComing of AgeSecondary World

Themes

Destiny vs Free WillIdentityDuty vs Personal ChoiceSelf-DeterminationSpiritual CallingFinding Purpose

Synopsis

In the land of Kodu Riik, it is an honor to be selected by the Lady to have one's soul bonded with one of Her blessed animals and roam the land serving Her will. But Riesil refuses to bow to fate--a decision that may have repercussions across the realm.

Is Path of Fate appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A fantasy about a woman who refuses her divine calling, with moderate violence typical of quest-based fantasy adventures and no sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love stories about characters who defy fate and forge their own path will enjoy this quest fantasy with magical animal bonds.

Tags

Animal Bond FantasySpiritual FantasyQuest Fantasy