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Shadow Lord

Laurence Yep (1985)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesStar Trek: The Original Series #
Setting
CSM age10+
Goodreads3.17

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

Angira is a primitive, violent planet—and young Prince Vikram returns from Earth filled with new ideas. When Sulu and Spock accompany Vikram home, they walk into a bloodbath: reactionary forces, afraid of any modernization, have seized Vikram's rightul throne. Suddenly, the men from the Enterprise are on an underground journey with a prince who is coming of age. The future of Angira is at stake, and each man's survival depends on his skill—and daring—with a sword!

Is Shadow Lord appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Parents should know this book contains moderate violence including a coup/bloodbath and sword combat, appropriate for middle grade readers who enjoy adventure. No sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Kids will enjoy the sword fights, space adventure with classic Star Trek characters, and a young prince fighting to reclaim his throne.

Tags

Science Fiction CrossoverStar Trek Tie-inAdventure FictionSword and Planet