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The Lady has spoken to me. It has already begun. Shadows move out of the shrinking desert, south to the rich and arrogant cities of Sembia. "Be brave, little man," says the shadowman, and the boy thinks his voice is surprisingly soft. "Stay with your mother. This will be over soon." The shadows swallow him and he is gone. On the edge of a war that will change the face of Faerun, the world will find that not all shadows serve Shade.From the Paperback edition.
Is Shadowbred appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult fantasy novel contains war violence, shadowy magic themes, and scenes suggesting peril for civilians including children. The Forgotten Realms setting features standard genre combat and dark magical elements appropriate for mature readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include child harm, violence, and war.
Who'll love this
Teens who love epic fantasy with shadow magic, large-scale conflicts, and the classic Forgotten Realms world will enjoy this war-changing adventure.