![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() A forbidden-love subplot involves some passionate kisses it's briefly alluded to that one character is lesbian, and another is bisexual. Weapons like daggers and crossbows are used routinely to injure or slay enemies, and the blood-soaked closing chapters could unsettle squeamish and/or younger readers. Yet there are no clear-cut heroes here war has compromised every single character in one way or another. Positive themes about friendship, loyalty, and seeing past differences bring relief to the book's grim reality. Nadya, a girl who talks to the gods Serefin, a powerful young blood mage, and Malachiasz a mysterious boy with a dangerous past, join forces to assassinate a king and end a war that's ravaged their homelands for a century. This Gothic-inspired fantasy brings three young enemies together in a tale that's both tender and violent. Duncan is the first book in the Something Dark and Holy trilogy. Parents need to know that Wicked Saints by Emily A. On several occasions, one main character drinks to excess (passes out, wakes up hungover) in response to stressful events.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. ![]()
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