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Rift in the Sky

Julie E. Czerneda (2009)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesStratification #3
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads4.13

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ExilePolitical Violence

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastExileReluctant Hero

Synopsis

Third in the prequel series to the Locus bestselling Trade Pact Universe novels.Despite all good intentions, the lure of the Talent to move through space using the M’hir dimension is too much for the Om’ray of Cersi to resist. As the awareness of this talent spreads, all those Om’ray who are capable converge on the settlement at Sona. To prevent the disruption of the Agreement and the destruction that it would unleash, the M’hiray, as they now call themselves, agree to leave Cersi forever and try to establish their own haven within the Trade Pact worlds—only to learn that not everybody wants peace.

Is Rift in the Sky appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This science fantasy novel contains moderate violence related to political conflict and the threat of destruction, with no sexual content or strong language. The story focuses on a community facing exile and establishing a new home.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include exile and political violence.

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 will appreciate the complex world-building and the story of a community with psychic powers seeking refuge in a new world.

Tags

Space OperaScience FantasyMigration Story