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Samraj

Elaine Aron (1989)

SubgenreSword & Sorcery
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.31

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersChosen One

Synopsis

A story of a man and a woman chosen to save their land from destruction, "Samraj" is a tapestry peopled with princes and princesses, warriors and kings of long ago, recreating the story told in India's Mahabharata, and thus grounded in historical truth. The book is the first of three volumes.

Is Samraj appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Based on the Mahabharata, this epic retelling includes battle violence and political intrigue typical of ancient war narratives, with a romantic subplot that remains appropriate for teen readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, war, and violence (see the full list above).

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

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

Who'll love this

Readers who love epic quests, ancient mythology, and stories of chosen heroes fighting to save their kingdom will be drawn into this sweeping fantasy.

Tags

Epic FantasyMythology RetellingHistorical Fantasy