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Synopsis
In the realm of Aquilonia, in the time when Conan was King, an idealistic nobleman seeks his destiny within the ranks of the greatest warriors in the land...Nermesa Klandes abandoned a life of opulence to join the Aquilonian army, and serve the great King Conan. Earning rank and respect through his courage and loyalty, he was made an officer in the elite warrior band known as the Black Dragons.But when his first assignment ends in bloodshed, it marks the beginning of the young knight's most perilous test. Caravans from Aquilonia's neighbors are being set upon and slaughtered by an unknown enemy. Assigned to ride with a caravan, Nermesa is pulled into a diabolical plot of dark magic and demonic powers that threatens to shake Aquilonia to its very foundations—and bring King Conan to his knees...
The Eye of Charon: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult sword-and-sorcery novel set in the Conan universe contains strong combat violence with bloodshed, dark magic, demonic forces, and battlefield carnage typical of the genre. The focus is on military action and political intrigue rather than sexual content.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Fans of classic sword-and-sorcery fantasy will enjoy following an idealistic young knight through brutal battles and dark conspiracies in King Conan's realm.