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Synopsis
From dark forests to scorching deserts, Harkan Icebound, a barbarian swordsman forged in the harsh northern lands of ice and snow, ventures far beyond his homeland in this exciting collection of stories from author Tim Hanlon. Journeying through uncertain seas and shifting sands, Harkan battles monstrous foes, vengeful sorcerers, and treacherous enemies...all to rescue a friend in need. His is the path of courage and steel. Brimming with action, peril, and heroic adventure, Path of the Swordsman offers a thrilling selection of tales for fans of sword and sorcery. Will you dare to follow Harkan Icebound as he journeys into the great unknown? “Tim Hanlon sends his sword & sorcery hero on an adventure tour with a bloody blade – which is just the kind of tour many fans of the genre are waiting for.” – Charles Gramlich, author of Swords of Talera (Talera Cycle) and the Concho series (writing as A. W. Hart)
Is Path of the Swordsman appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Contains action-packed sword and sorcery violence with bloody combat against monsters and sorcerers. No sexual content or strong language, but fight scenes are graphic and consistent with adult fantasy genre standards.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, violence, and blood.
Who'll love this
Teens who love classic sword and sorcery heroes battling monsters and evil wizards will enjoy Harkan's action-packed adventures.