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Synopsis
Sorak the Nomad... Sorak had known that discovering his past would come at a price, but he had not guessed the pice would be so dear. He learned of his parents, of his slaughtered tribe, of the destiny he bears, but this knowledge came at the cost of the voices that had guided him across the burning sands. For the first time in his memory, he feels alone. And still more will be lost... bearing Galdra, the fabled blade of elven kings, and accompanied by his love Ryana, Sorak sets out on a quest assigned him by the Sage. He seeks the Veiled Alliance in Altaruk, hoping to marshal its forces against a growing circle of defilers. But the legend of the Nomad has preceded him, and the defilers plan an end to the legend, and the Nomad.
Is The Broken Blade appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult fantasy novel contains strong violence including references to genocide and a slaughtered tribe, with quest-based combat. No sexual content but themes of loss and vengeance may be intense for younger readers.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include genocide, death of parent, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love epic fantasy quests with legendary weapons and desert adventure will be drawn to Sorak's mission to stop the defilers.