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Throne of the Crescent Moon

Saladin Ahmed, Phil Gigante (2012)

SubgenreParanormal Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages336 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age16+
Goodreads3.65/5 (12003)

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastMultiple POVs

Synopsis

The Crescent Moon Kingdoms, home to djenn and ghuls, holy warriors and heretics, are at the boiling point of a power struggle between the iron-fisted Khalif and the mysterious master thief known as the Falcon Prince. In the midst of this brewing rebellion a series of brutal supernatural murders strikes at the heart of the Kingdoms. It is up to a handful of heroes to learn the truth behind these killings.

Is Throne of the Crescent Moon appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

Contains brutal supernatural murders with violent content throughout. Set in a richly detailed Middle Eastern-inspired fantasy world with djinn, ghuls, and magic, featuring mature themes of political rebellion and graphic supernatural violence.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include graphic violence, murder, and death.

Who'll love this

Teens will be drawn to the unique Arabian Nights-inspired setting, supernatural mystery, and rebellious political intrigue with compelling magic.

Tags

Arabian Nights InspiredMysteryDetective FictionPolitical Fantasy