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Synopsis
"The Hour of the Dragon" follows Conan, now the king of Aquilonia, as he faces a deadly conspiracy that threatens his reign. With enemies on all sides, Conan must battle powerful sorcery, treacherous foes, and ancient forces to reclaim his throne. This epic tale blends action, intrigue, and the relentless spirit of the barbarian king in a gripping adventure across a richly imagined world.
Is The Hour of the Dragon appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Classic sword-and-sorcery with strong violence including battlefield carnage, torture, and murder. Contains mild sexual content and period-appropriate language typical of 1930s pulp fantasy.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include torture, murder, and captivity (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love classic high-action fantasy with a powerful warrior fighting sorcery and reclaiming his throne will be captivated.