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Synopsis
Bestselling author Melanie Rawn's triumphant return to high fantasy. The only survivor of royal treachery that eliminates his entire family, Azzad al-Ma'aliq flees to the desert and dedicates himself to vengeance. With the help of the Shagara, a nomadic tribe of powerful magicians, he begins to take his revenge-but at a terrible cost to himself.
The Diviner: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Epic fantasy with a vengeance-driven protagonist featuring strong violence (royal family murdered, revenge killings), magical consequences, and adult themes of loss and moral compromise. Romance is not the focus.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, death of parent, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adults who enjoy complex revenge tales with magic, political intrigue, and characters who must grapple with the terrible costs of their choices will find this compelling.