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Synopsis
The comfortable world of Martris Drayke, second son of King Bricen of Margolan, is shattered when his older half-brother, Jared, and Jared's dark mage, Foor Arontala, kill the king and seize the throne. Tris is the only surviving member of the royal family aside from Jared the traitor. Tris flees with three friends: Soterius, captain of the guard; Carroway, the court's master bard; and Harrtuck, a member of the royal guard. Tris harbors a deep secret. In a land where spirits walk openly and influence the affairs of the living, he suspects he may be the mage heir to the power of his grandmother, Bava K'aa, once the greatest sorceress of her age. Such magic would make Tris a Summoner, the rarest of magic gifts, capable of arbitrating between the living and the dead.--P. [4] of cover.
Is The Summoner appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult epic fantasy includes regicide, dark magic, and strong violence as the protagonist flees after his family is murdered. The story involves necromancy and spirits walking among the living, with mature themes of political betrayal and war.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death of parent, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Readers who love epic fantasy quests with magic systems involving necromancy and spirit communication will enjoy following Tris as he discovers his rare powers while fleeing his traitorous brother.