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Swan Song

Robert McCammon (2011)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingHard R
Pages856 (Doorstopper (600+))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads4.53/5 (60)

Content levels

ViolenceGraphic
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageStrong

Heroine archetypes

Chosen One Heroine

Synopsis

An ancient evil roams the desolate landscape of an America ravaged by nuclear war. He is the Man with the Scarlet Eye, a malevolent force that feeds on the dark desires of the countless followers he has gathered into his service. His only desire is to find a special child named Swan -- and destroy her. But those who would protect the girl are determined to fight for what is left of the worldŠand their souls. In a wasteland born of rage, populated by monstrous creatures and marauding armies, the last survivors on earth have been drawn into the final battle between good and evil that will decide the fate of humanity....

Swan Song: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

Extremely graphic post-nuclear war horror with intense violence, gore, disturbing imagery, and mature themes including a demonic antagonist hunting a child. Contains strong language and some sexual content.

What to know going in

This book has graphic violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include child harm, torture, genocide, graphic violence, and gore (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers will find an epic battle between good and evil in a devastated America where survivors must protect a special child from an ancient malevolent force.

Tags

Post-ApocalypticHorrorDystopianEpic Fantasy