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Synopsis
Benetan, captain of the Chaos riders, serves his masters, the magi of the Star Peninsula, who captured him years before. When the cruel Vordegh is elected First Magus and makes clear his obseessive campaign to stamp out the heretics of Order, Benetan is faced with a choice. Will his loyalty lie with the gods of Chaos, or with his beloved Iselia? [Star Shadow # 1]
Star Ascendant: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Adult dark fantasy with strong violence involving religious persecution and war, morally complex protagonist serving cruel masters, and mature romantic elements. Features themes of captivity, manipulation, and difficult moral choices in a grimdark setting.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include captivity, violence, and manipulation (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adults who enjoy morally gray heroes facing impossible choices between duty and love in dark fantasy worlds will be gripped.