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Temeraire

Naomi Novik (2006)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages352 (Standard (250-400))
SettingHistorical
CSM age13
Goodreads4.07/5 (113289)
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

WarViolenceDeath

Positive tags

AdventureFriendshipFound FamilyHeartwarmingMentor Figure

Hero archetypes

Captain / CommanderSoldier / Marine

Protagonist archetypes

Dragon / DragonboundDuo / Partners

Tropes

Dragon CompanionMilitary FantasyFound FamilyMentor FigureFish out of WaterTraining ArcFellowshipHistorical SettingWar

Themes

LoyaltyHonorFriendshipDuty vs DesireComing of AgeWar and ConsequencesHuman-Animal Bond

Synopsis

An historical fantasy with bite. This debut novel from Naomi Novik is set in the Napoleonic period and layers history with imagination and fantasy by adding the Dragon Air Force to the battle for England.

Is Temeraire appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Features war violence typical of the Napoleonic period with dragon-enhanced battles, including death and military conflict. No sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

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

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

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

Who'll love this

Teens will love the adventure of a dragon and his captain bonding during the Napoleonic Wars with thrilling aerial battles.

Tags

Alternate HistoryMilitary FantasyDragon FictionNapoleonic Era