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Swordmage

Richard Baker (2008)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesBlades of the Moonsea #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.88

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeathWar

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

Geran, a swordmage exiled from the elven city of Myth Drannor, returns home to find the once peaceful Moonsea town of Hulburg under the thumb of greedy and ruthless merchants. Kardhel, a Warlock Knight of Vaasa, stirs the violent passions of a tribe of brutal orcs, and sends them to Hulburg bent on pillage. And Aesperus, the King in Copper, rises from the dead once more to terrorize them all, and protect a secret beyond imagination.

Is Swordmage appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Contains fantasy violence including orc battles and undead threats, with merchants exploiting a town. No sexual content or strong language. Standard D&D-style adventure combat.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, violence, and war.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Fans of Dungeons & Dragons and epic fantasy will enjoy the swordmage hero returning home to fight orcs and an undead king.

Tags

Military FantasySword and SorceryD&d Setting