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Woundhealer's Story

Fred Saberhagen (1986)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesBook of Lost Swords #1
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.79

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

Violence

Protagonist archetypes

Quest

Synopsis

A blend of science fiction and fantasy, the Book of Swords series describes twelve magically swords forged with specific enhancements, and sometimes serious detracting abilities granted to the one who wields them. The stories are generally well written with plenty of plot twists and conflicts for the protagonist to overcome. If you enjoy a good quest, or a trip down fantasy lane, you may be interested in this book and the remaining series. See the [Wikipedia entry][1] for further details on the series. [1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Books_of_Swords

Is Woundhealer's Story appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Quest-based fantasy featuring magical swords with both beneficial and detrimental powers. Moderate violence typical of adult fantasy adventures with plot twists and conflict.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens and adults who love epic quests with magical artifacts and complex plots will enjoy following heroes through challenges and adventures.

Tags

Science FantasySword and SorceryAdventure Fantasy