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The dark lord Sumeral is dead -- His mortal body destroyed and His will scattered some sixteen or so years ago.Now, travellers sent to learn more of the world beyond Orthlund, Fyorlund and Riddin are returning. They bring with them people in need of help and with disturbing tales to tell -- Antyr, the Dream Finder; Farnor, to whom the great forest can speak; Vredech, the once preaching brother; Pinnatte, victim of a fearful experiment by the Kyrosdyn; and Thyrn, the Caddoran.Their disparate stories come together to yield a terrifying revelation -- somewhere, Sumeral is whole again and struggling to return. But other, even darker threads are being drawn together. Andawyr and the Cadwanol, in their relentless search for truth, have touched on a threat to their world more terrible than Sumeral. More terrible by far...
Is The Return of the Sword appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This adult epic fantasy features moderate sword-and-sorcery violence as travelers confront the return of a defeated dark lord. No sexual content or strong language, but themes involve existential threats and warfare.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death and violence.
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Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy epic fantasy quests with multiple heroes uniting against an ancient evil will appreciate the classic sword-and-sorcery adventure.