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Queen of the Darkness

Anne Bishop (1951)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages430 (Chunky (400-600))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age18+
Goodreads4.36/5 (30487)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentSteamy
LanguageModerate

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen One

Synopsis

Jaenelle Angelline now reigns as Queen-protector of the Shadow Realm. No longer will the corrupt Blood slaughter her people and defile her lands. But where one chapter ends, a final, unseen battle remains to be written, and Jaenelle must unleash the terrible power that is Witch to destroy her enemies once and for all.Even so, she cannot stand alone. Somewhere, long lost in madness, is Daemon, her promised Consort. Only his unyielding love can complete her Court and secure her reign. Yet, even together, their strength may not be enough to hold back the most malevolent of forces.

Queen of the Darkness: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This dark fantasy contains graphic violence, torture, sexual assault themes, and mature sexual content. The series is known for depicting trauma, slavery, and corruption with significant emotional intensity.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, steamy sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include sexual assault, child abuse, torture, slavery, and graphic violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers who love dark fantasy will appreciate the epic conclusion with a powerful magical queen fighting corruption and reuniting with her lost love.

Tags

Dark FantasyHigh FantasyParanormalRoyal CourtWitches