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Synopsis
The Red Knight has stood against soldiers, armies and the might of an empire without flinching. He's fought on real and magical battlefields alike, and now he's facing one of the greatest challenges yet. A tournament, in which the flower of the nobility will ride against each other for royal favor and acclaim. It's a political contest which the Red Knight has the skill to win. But the court of Alba has been infiltrated by a dangerous faction of warlike knights, led by the greatest knight in the world: Jean de Vrailly. And the prize he's fighting for isn't royal favor, but the throne of Alba itself ...
Is The Dread Wyrm appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult fantasy features battlefield violence, political scheming, and tournament combat with real consequences. The Red Knight series is known for realistic medieval warfare and court intrigue.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include violence, political intrigue, and war.
Who'll love this
Teens who love tactical battles, political chess matches, and complex medieval fantasy will enjoy watching the Red Knight navigate deadly court politics.