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Synopsis
To protect his ward Ciri, Geralt of Rivia sends her to train with the sorceress Yennefer. But all is not well within the Wizard's Guild in the second novel of the Witcher, Andrzej Sapkowski's groundbreaking epic fantasy series that inspired the hit Netflix show and the blockbuster video games. ★ The New York Times Bestselling Series ★ Over Fifteen Million Copies Sold Worldwide ★ World Fantasy Award Winning Author ★ David Gemmell Legend Award Winning Author ★ Named One of the Greatest Book Series of All Time by Forbes Geralt is a Witcher: guardian of the innocent; protector of those in need; a defender in dark times against some of the most frightening creatures of myth and legend. His task now is to protect Ciri. A child of prophecy, she will have the power to change the world for good or for ill—but only if she lives to use it. Witcher collections The Last Wish Sword of Destiny Witcher novels Blood of Elves The Time of Contempt Baptism of Fire The Tower of Swallows Lady of the Lake Season of Storms Crossroads of Ravens Hussite Trilogy The Tower of Fools Warriors of God Translated from original Polish by David French
Is The Time of Contempt appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This dark fantasy features intense violence including combat and creature battles with blood and death, political machinations, moderate sexual content, and morally complex themes. Strong language appears throughout.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, moderate sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include child harm, death, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love complex fantasy worlds with monster hunters, magic, and political intrigue will be drawn to this darker, mature series.