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Synopsis
Koom Valley? That was where the trolls ambushed the dwarfs, or the dwarfs ambushed the trolls. It was far away. It was a long time ago. But if he doesn't solve the murder of just one dwarf, Commander Sam Vimes of Ankh-Morpork City Watch is going to see it fought again, right outside his office. With his beloved Watch crumbling around him and war-drums sounding, he must unravel every clue, outwit every assassin and brave any darkness to find the solution. And darkness is following him. Oh . . . and at six o'clock every day, without fail, with no excuses, he must go home to read 'Where's My Cow?', with all the right farmyard noises, to his little boy. There are some things you have to do.
Is Thud! appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
Parents should know this fantasy mystery contains comedic violence, murder investigation themes, and satirical commentary on racism and political conflict between fantasy races. The humor balances darker themes of prejudice and war.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, violence, and racism (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the clever detective work, witty humor, and the mix of fantasy creatures with real-world policing problems.