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Synopsis
The fifth novel in the New York Times bestselling Witcher series that inspired the hit Netflix show finds Ciri trapped in a distant world and separated from Geralt and her destiny. After walking through a portal in the Tower of the Swallow, thus narrowly escaping death, the Witcher girl, Ciri, finds herself in a completely different world... a world of the Elves. She is trapped with no way out. Time does not seem to exist and there are no obvious borders or portals to cross back into her home world. But this is Ciri, the child of prophecy, and she will not be defeated. She knows she must escape to finally rejoin the Witcher, Geralt, and his companions - and also to try to conquer her worst nightmare. Leo Bonhart, the man who chased, wounded and tortured Ciri, is still on her trail. And the world is still at war. Translated by David French.
Is The Lady of the Lake appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This dark fantasy novel features intense violence including torture and combat, moderate sexual content, war themes, and a complex moral landscape. The Witcher series is known for mature content and gray morality suitable for older teens and adults.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include torture, kidnapping, and captivity (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be gripped by Ciri's desperate fight to survive in an alien world and reunite with Geralt while evading her terrifying pursuer.