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The Wilful Princess & The Piebald Prince

Robin Hobb (2013)

SubgenreHistorical Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages172 (Quick Read (<250))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age13+
Goodreads4.07/5 (11682)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Multiple POVs

Synopsis

Duplicate of OL26101541M One of the darkest legends in the Realm of the Elderlings recounts the tale of the so-called Piebald Prince, a Witted pretender to the throne unseated by the actions of brave nobles so that the Farseer line could continue untainted. Now the truth behind the story is revealed through the account of Felicity, a low-born companion of the Princess Caution at Buckkeep.

Is The Wilful Princess & The Piebald Prince appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This novella explores political intrigue, class prejudice, and the manipulation of history. Contains moderate fantasy violence and court machinations, with themes of illegitimacy and magical persecution suitable for mature middle grade and teen readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include class struggle, political violence, and deception.

Who'll love this

Teens will appreciate the darker, untold story behind a legend, revealing court secrets and political scheming from the perspective of those who witnessed the truth.

Tags

Historical FantasyPolitical FantasyCharacter Study