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Synopsis
The City of Mandrigyn was conquered and its men enslaved in the foul mines of the evil Wizard King, Altiokis. Now the women of the city, led by Sheera Galernas, had come to hire the mercenary army of Captain Sun Wolf. But Sun Wolf was too wise to become involved in fighting against wizardry... --- until he woke to find himslef kidnapped and offered a grim choice by Sheera. He could train and lead the ladies of Mandrigyn against Altiokis--or he could die from the anzid they had given him and for which only they had the antidote.
Is The Ladies of Mandrigyn appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
Contains strong violence including slavery and mining conditions, coercion through poisoning, and mature themes about war and oppression. The mercenary protagonist is forced to train an all-female army against a wizard king.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include slavery, captivity, and coercion (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love gritty fantasy with unconventional heroes and female warriors fighting against tyranny will be drawn to this classic adventure.