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Synopsis
A dread darkness is descending upon a great land called Midkemia--a powerful and malevolent race of monsters that has slipped through a hole in the dimensions. And two unlikely young heroes--a bastard heir denied his birthright and an irrepressible scoundrel with a penchant for thievery--must take up arms in the struggle to protect their besieged world...two friends chosen by Destiny to stand at the fore of the battle that is to come against the gargantuan reptile army of the terrible Emerald Queen.
Is Shadow of a Dark Queen appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This epic fantasy contains strong battle violence with casualties, some mild sexual content, and moderate language. The dark tone and mature themes of war, death, and moral complexity make it best suited for older teens and adults.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include slavery, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the unlikely friendship between a denied heir and a charming thief as they fight to save their world from a monstrous invasion.