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The Tyrant's Law

Daniel Abraham (2013)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages513 (Chunky (400-600))
SeriesThe Dagger and the Coin #3
Setting
CSM age16+
Goodreads4.08/5 (11295)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Heroine archetypes

Rogue / ThiefWidow

Synopsis

Tyrant Geder Palliako, rogue banker Ban Cithrin bel Sarcour of the Medean, and disgraced widow and loyal traitor to the Empire Clara Kalliam continue the great war while, in the shadows of the world, Captain Marcus Wester tracks an ancient secret that will change the war in ways not even he can forsee.

Is The Tyrant's Law appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This adult epic fantasy features war, political machinations, and morally complex characters including a tyrant and a traitor. Expect strong violence and political intrigue appropriate for mature readers.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include death, war, and political violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Older teens who love complex political fantasy with multiple character perspectives and high-stakes warfare will be drawn to this intricate epic.

Tags

Epic FantasyMilitary FantasyPolitical FantasyLow Magic