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Synopsis
King Lanius has crafted a daring plan to recover the Sceptor -- a plan that must remain utterly secret lest the Banished One discover and thwart it. But the Sceptor lies far to the south, in lands held by the Menteshe tribes. Lanius will need help from a military man -- King Grus.
Is The Scepter's Return appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Epic fantasy with kings planning a secret mission to recover a magical artifact. Contains moderate fantasy violence from warfare and tribal conflicts, but no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war and violence.
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Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy strategic quests, political maneuvering, and stories about kings working together will find this adventure engaging.