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Son of Avonar

Carol Berg (2004)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Bridge of D'Arnath #1
Setting
CSM age14
Goodreads3.78

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

PersecutionViolence

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant HeroChosen One

Synopsis

Magic is forbidden throughout the Four Realms. For decades, sorcerers and those associating with them were hunted to near extinction.But Seri, a Leiran noblewoman living in exile, is no stranger to defying the unjust laws of her land. She is sheltering a wanted fugitive who possesses unusual abilities-a fugitive with the fate of the realms in his hands...

Is Son of Avonar appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 14 and up.

This adult fantasy features a noblewoman sheltering a fugitive sorcerer in a world where magic is forbidden. Expect moderate violence typical of epic fantasy, themes of persecution, and some romantic tension without explicit content.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include persecution and violence.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 14+

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

Who'll love this

Readers who love stories about defying unjust laws and protecting those with forbidden powers will be drawn to this tale of magic and resistance.

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