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The Dragonbone Chair

Tad Williams (1988)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages783 (Doorstopper (600+))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age13
Goodreads3.97/5 (78622)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeath

Synopsis

In the peaceful land of Osten Ard, the good king is dying-and a long-dreaded evil is about to be unleashed. Only Simon, a lowly castle scullion apprenticed to a secret order dedicated to halting the coming darkness, can solve the dangerous riddle that offers salvation to the land.

Is The Dragonbone Chair appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This classic epic fantasy features fantasy violence and battle sequences appropriate for teens, with a coming-of-age protagonist facing dark forces. 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 and violence.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy following an unlikely hero from humble origins as he discovers his destiny and battles ancient evil in a richly imagined fantasy world.

Tags

Classic Epic FantasySword and SorceryHigh Fantasy AdventureQuest Narrative