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Synopsis
A prequel to the Sword of Truth series follows the experiences of Magda Searus, who is shunned by her community members when she makes unsettling discoveries about her powerful husband's suicide and ventures out into a war-stricken world.
The First Confessor: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult epic fantasy contains strong violence typical of the Sword of Truth series, including battle scenes and torture, as well as mature themes of suicide and war. Sexual content is present but not explicit.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include torture, suicide, death of a loved one, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be drawn to Magda's journey from grieving widow to powerful warrior in a world at war, uncovering dark conspiracies.