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The Golden Asse

Lucius Apuleius (1923)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.85

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentExplicit
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Transformed Protagonist

Synopsis

To the Right Honourable and Mighty Lord, THOMAS EARLE OF SUSSEX, Viscount Fitzwalter, Lord of Egremont and of Burnell, Knight of the most noble Order of the Garter, Iustice of the forrests and Chases from Trent Southward; Captain of the Gentleman Pensioners of the House of the QUEENE our Soveraigne Lady.

The Golden Asse: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This classical fantasy contains explicit sexual content, including non-consensual scenes, along with moderate violence and disturbing transformations. The picaresque narrative includes mature themes throughout that make it appropriate only for adult readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, explicit sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include sexual assault, slavery, and transformation (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Adult readers interested in classical literature will find a wild, transformative adventure mixing magic, mythology, and satirical social commentary.

Tags

Picaresque NovelClassical LiteratureSatirical FantasyMythological Fantasy