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The Omen Machine

Terry Goodkind, Sam Tsoutsouvas (2011)

SubgenreSword & Sorcery
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages512 (Chunky (400-600))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age18+
Goodreads3.70/5 (21927)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Hero archetypes

WizardChosen One

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersReluctant Hero

Synopsis

From the beginning, with Wizard's First Rule, Terry Goodkind set a new standard for epic storytelling. Now he returns with a powerful new tale from Richard and Kahlan's world. An accident leads to the discovery of a mysterious machine that has rested hidden deep underground for countless millennia. The machine awakens to begin issuing a series of increasingly alarming, if minor, omens. The omens turn out to be astonishingly accurate, and ever more ominous. As Zedd tries to figure out how to destroy the sinister device, the machine issues a cataclysmic omen involving Richard and Kahlan, foretelling an impending event beyond anyone's ability to stop. As catastrophe approaches, the machine then reveals that it is within its power to withdraw the omen . . . In exchange for an impossible demand.

The Omen Machine: content & age rating

Intended for adult readers (18+).

This adult epic fantasy features the series' characteristic on-page violence and mature themes as established characters Richard and Kahlan face a mysterious ancient machine issuing increasingly dire prophecies. The violence level is consistent with the Sword of Truth series, featuring combat and consequences.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, violence, and manipulation.

Who'll love this

Fans of the Sword of Truth series will be drawn to this mystery involving Richard and Kahlan racing against prophetic omens.

Tags

Epic FantasyHigh FantasyMysteryContinuing Series