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Warriorborn

Jim Butcher (2023-09-19)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age16

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentNone
LanguageModerate

Protagonist archetypes

Squad / TeamReformed Villain

Synopsis

Benedict Sorellin-Lancaster hasn't even broken in his lieutenant's insignia when he's summoned to meet with the Spirearch of Spire Albion himself for a very special--and very secret--purpose. The Spirearch needs Benedict to retrieve a bag he's "misplaced" on the Colony Spire known as Dependence, which has strangely cut off all contact with the outside world. It's a delicate mission at best, a potential bloodbath at worst. To this end, the Spirearch has supplied Benedict with backup in the form of three Warriorborn. But unlike the courageous lieutenant, this trio has formerly used its special gifts for crime, carnage, and outright bloody murder. And all of them were caught and imprisoned because of Benedict. Now, if they behave--and make it back alive--they'll go free. But when the odd squad reaches Dependence, they soon discover something waiting for them: a horrific weapon that could shatter the balance of power among the Spires. And Benedict will have to bring his own Warriorborn skills to bear if he, his team, and Spire Albion are to have any hope of survival.

Is Warriorborn appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This military fantasy features a team of criminals with violent pasts sent on a dangerous mission. Expect action violence, references to past murders and carnage, and morally complex characters.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, violence, and blood (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who love action-packed fantasy with morally gray characters and high-stakes missions will be hooked by this squad-based adventure.

Tags

Military FantasySteampunkAdventure FantasyHeist Fantasy