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Synopsis
A posthumous recipient of the World Fantasy Award for Lifetime Achievement, Marion Zimmer Bradley reinvented - and rejuvenated - the King Arthur mythos with her extraordinary Mists of Avalon series. In this epic work, Bradley follows the arc of the timeless tale from the perspective of its previously marginalized female characters: Celtic priestess Morgaine, Gwenhwyfar, and High Priestess Viviane.
The Mists of Avalon: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult fantasy retelling contains explicit sexual content including incest, sexual assault, and complex romantic relationships, along with moderate violence and pagan religious themes. The narrative explores mature themes of power, sexuality, and conflicting belief systems from female perspectives.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, steamy sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include sexual assault, incest, death, and death of parent (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers fascinated by King Arthur will love seeing the legend reimagined through the eyes of Morgaine, Guinevere, and the priestesses of Avalon.