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The Light of Heaven

David A. McIntee (2009)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesGabriella DeZantez #1
Setting
CSM age16+
Goodreads3.91

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

Knight / Warrior

Heroine archetypes

Religious WarriorAssassin

Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Synopsis

Do you see the Light?The Final Faith does, and so does Enlightened One Gabriella DeZantez, Sister of the Swords of Dawn. She sees the Light of God. She sees the Light of Truth. The Order of the Swords of Dawn have been the bane of heretics and apostates for as long as there has been a Final Faith, but when an assassin strikes at the heart of the Faith, it signals both a new threat and an ancient one.Gabriella must eliminate the danger to the Faith, but what is the connection between shadowy assassins, fleeing refugees, and an ancient legend of an island made of diamond?The answers can only be illuminated by making everyone see the Light of God, the Light of Truth and, ultimately, the Light of Heaven.Twilight of Kerberos is an exciting new sword and sorcery series following the adventures of a group of characters with extraordinary talents.

Is The Light of Heaven appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This sword and sorcery fantasy features a warrior nun who hunts heretics and assassins for a religious order. Expect strong fantasy violence typical of adult epic fantasy, with combat and religious persecution themes.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Readers who love action-packed fantasy with holy warriors, ancient mysteries, and sword-fighting adventure will be hooked by Gabriella's quest.

Tags

Religious FantasyDark FantasyMystery FantasyAction Fantasy