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The Calling

David Gaider (2009)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesDragon Age (Bioware RPG tie-in) #2
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads3.85

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageModerate

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeathBloodWar

Protagonist archetypes

FellowshipQuest

Synopsis

"After two hundred years of exile, King Maric has allowed the legendary Grey Wardens to finally return to Ferelden. When they come home, they bring dire news: one of their own has escaped into the Deep Roads and aligned himself with their ancient enemy, the monstrous darkspawn. The Grey Wardens need Maric's help, and he reluctantly agrees. He leads them into the passages he traveled through many years before, chasing after a deadly secret that will threaten to destroy not only the Grey Wardens but also the kingdom above."--p. [4] of cover.

Is The Calling appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This Dragon Age tie-in novel features strong combat violence involving darkspawn monsters, political intrigue, and the grim atmosphere of the game series. Expect battle sequences with blood and consequences as characters fight monsters in underground passages.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, violence, and blood (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Fans of the Dragon Age games will enjoy exploring King Maric's quest with the Grey Wardens into dangerous underground passages filled with darkspawn.

Tags

Military FantasyDark FantasyTie-in NovelDungeon Crawl