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Ligea's son, Arrant, leaves Tyrans for Kardiastan to take his place as Miragerheir, while Ligea prepares to halt an insurrection. But Arrant's skills as a Magoroth are dangerously inconsistent, and his father, Temellin, finds it difficult to communicate with this secretive young man he barely knows. Arrant's singular ability to communicate with his halfbrother, Tarran a part of the collective mind known as the Mirage Makers leads them both towards the possibility of a tragic clash with the encroaching Ravage.
Is Song of the Shiver Barrens appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This epic fantasy finale features political intrigue, insurrection, and magical conflict with moderate violence. The focus is on family dynamics and a young man's struggle with inconsistent magical abilities.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include political violence, war, and rebellion.
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Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Arrant's struggle to master his powers while dealing with his distant father and the weight of his destiny.