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Synopsis
"Styrbiorn the Strong tells the grand tale of Styrbiorn Olafsson, heir to the Swedish throne and known for his impressive size and strength, as well as his unruly, quarrelsome nature. Denied his birthright and exiled from Sweden, Styrbiorn becomes the leader of the Jomsvikings and sets out to reclaim the Swedish throne in the epic Battle of Fýrisvellir."--Page 4 of cover.
Is Styrbiorn the Strong appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Epic historical fantasy with battle violence and warfare centered on Viking-era Sweden. Contains combat sequences and death typical of military historical fiction.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, violence, and war.
Who'll love this
Teens who love Viking sagas and historical epics will be drawn to this tale of an exiled prince fighting to reclaim his throne.