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Synopsis
A retelling of the Arthurian romance finds queen Isolde, the daughter of Mordred, grieving for her murdered husband, struggling to overcome court suspicion in order to retain her throne, and falling for a prisoner who aids the queen's effort to outmaneuver a scheming Lord Marche.
Is Twilight of Avalon appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This Arthurian retelling contains court intrigue, murder, political scheming, and a developing romance between a widowed queen and a prisoner. Expect moderate violence related to political conflict and a romantic subplot with some sensuality.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death of a loved one, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love reimagined legends and political intrigue will enjoy this story of a strong queen fighting to keep her throne while navigating dangerous court politics.