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The Hawk's Gray Feather

Patricia Kennealy (1990)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age14
Goodreads4.08

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Synopsis

This first installment of a trilogy describes Arthur's education by Merlynn, his gathering of followers to campaign against theocratic tyranny in his homeland of Keltia and his turbulent, jealous relationship with cousin Gweniver.

Is The Hawk's Gray Feather appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 14 and up.

Parents should know this Arthurian retelling contains moderate violence related to rebellion and warfare against tyranny, along with themes of jealousy and complex romantic relationships. The political intrigue and training sequences are central to the coming-of-age narrative.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include political violence, war, and jealousy.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 14+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy this fresh take on the Arthur legend set in a Celtic-inspired fantasy world with magic, mentorship, and political rebellion.

Tags

Arthurian RetellingCeltic FantasyScience FantasyPolitical Fantasy