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Shapechangers

Jennifer Roberson (1984)

SubgenreSword & Sorcery
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesChronicles of the Cheysuli #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.89

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

Outcast / Loner

Synopsis

They were the Cheysuli, a race of magical warriors gifted with the ability to assume animal shape at will. For centuries they had been allies to the King of Homana, treasured champions of the realm. Until a kings daughter ran away with a Cheysuli liege man and caused a war of annihilation against the Cheysuli race. Twenty-five years later the Cheysuli were hunted exiles in their own land feared for their sorcery their shapechanging. This is the story of Alix, the daughter of that ill-fated union between Homanan princess and Cheysuli warrior, and her struggle to master the call of magic in her blood, and accept her place in an ancient prophecy she cannot deny.

Is Shapechangers appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This classic sword & sorcery features a persecuted magical race and a young woman discovering her heritage. Expect moderate fantasy violence from the genocide backstory and conflict, but no graphic content or sexual scenes.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love epic fantasy with shapeshifters, prophecies, and a heroine discovering her magical powers will enjoy following Alix's journey.

Tags

Epic FantasyShapeshifter FantasyProphecy Fantasy