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Synopsis
Far from being the scourge of Arthur, his bastard son Mordred actually strives to resist Merlin's prophecy of doom. But he is thwarted by the schemes of his sorceress mother, Queen Morgause, who has brought him up to be her revenge incarnate.
Is The Wicked Day appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This Arthurian retelling contains medieval warfare, political intrigue, and family manipulation, but violence is not graphic. The story subverts the traditional villain narrative through psychological depth rather than explicit content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death of parent, betrayal, and manipulation (see the full list above).
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Who'll love this
Teens who love complex Arthurian retellings will appreciate this sympathetic take on the legendary villain Mordred fighting against his prophesied fate.