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Sword of the Demon

Richard A. Lupoff (1977)

SubgenreSword & Sorcery
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.01

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentSteamy
LanguageModerate

Hero archetypes

Knight / Warrior

Heroine archetypes

Warrior / Soldier

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersQuest

Synopsis

Through realms of oriental splender and superhuman conflict, a beautiful woman warrior and a fierce man-god journey to challenge a being more awesome than the gods for a magical sword that holds the power of death . . . and the key to enlightenment."A sensuous, exotic odyssey through demon-haunted seas of swordplay, sorcery, conflict, and passion . . . " --Robert Silverberg"One of the most beautiful things I've ever read." --Theodore Sturgeon

Sword of the Demon: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This adult sword and sorcery novel contains strong combat violence, sexual content described as 'sensuous' and 'passion,' and mature themes involving demons and supernatural conflict. The oriental-inspired setting features graphic swordplay and adult romantic elements.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, steamy sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include sexual assault, death, and violence.

Who'll love this

Adult readers will appreciate the exotic mythological journey and the warrior woman protagonist in this classic 1970s sword and sorcery adventure.

Tags

Philosophical FantasyMythic QuestDark Fantasy