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The Dragon Lord

David Drake (1979)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Dragon Lord #
Setting
CSM age16+
Goodreads3.65
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Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceBetrayal

Positive tags

AdventureFriendshipQuestLoyalty

Hero archetypes

Captain / CommanderWizard / Mage

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersRescue Mission

Tropes

Rescue MissionBetrayalWizard MentorEmpireFellowshipSword and Sorcery

Themes

Loyalty and BetrayalFriendshipPolitical IntrigueSacrificeRedemptionHonor

Synopsis

The wizard Gemmel and Dewan, master strategist and captain of King Rynert's guard, journey into the heart of the Drusalan Empire to rescue Aldric Talvalin, after he is betrayed and abandoned by Rynert.

Is The Dragon Lord appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This 1979 high fantasy contains sword-and-sorcery violence typical of the era, with combat and likely magical confrontation. The rescue mission setup suggests themes of betrayal and political intrigue suitable for older teens and adults.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love classic fantasy adventures with wizards, warriors, and daring rescue missions will enjoy this quest into enemy territory.

Tags

Sword and SorceryMilitary FantasyEpic Fantasy