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Synopsis
Ten years after the death of Thomas Covenant, his one-time companion, Linden Avery, returns home to discover her child building images of the Land with blocks and is once again summoned to take part in an epic battle against evil.
Runes of the Earth: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This epic fantasy contains intense violence, dark themes of grief and trauma, and morally complex situations. Best suited for mature adult readers familiar with dense, philosophical fantasy.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, death of a loved one, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who enjoy complex, dark epic fantasy with deep world-building and philosophical themes will be drawn to this continuation of a legendary saga.