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The Golden Cord

Paul Genesse (2008)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesIron Dragon #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.9

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceSlavery

Hero archetypes

GuardianReluctant Hero

Protagonist archetypes

Quest

Synopsis

The world of Ae'leron is a perilous place, with dragons and griffins attacking from the skies, the Drobin Empire seeking slaves, and an abyss of clouds called the Void surrounding the plateau. Guardian Drake Bloodstone is called on to leave his village and guide two Drobin warriors on a dangerous mission to the lair of the Dragon King.

Is The Golden Cord appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Parents should know this book contains fantasy violence including dragon and griffin attacks, themes of slavery from an empire seeking captives, and perilous quest scenarios. The violence is likely action-oriented rather than graphic.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include slavery and violence.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy the high-stakes adventure of guiding warriors through a dangerous world filled with dragons, griffins, and mysterious voids.

Tags

Adventure FantasyDragon FantasyQuest Fantasy