About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the realization that people are not all good or all bad, or when they are navigating the fallout of a deep betrayal. It is a sophisticated choice for older teens who enjoy high stakes fantasy but are ready to explore the messy intersection of personal love and political duty. The story follows Rune and Gideon, former lovers now on opposite sides of a bloody revolution, as they are forced into an uneasy alliance to stop a greater evil. This conclusion to the duology dives deep into themes of radical forgiveness and the courage required to change ones mind when presented with new truths. While it contains intense action and romantic tension, it serves as a powerful mirror for the complicated social and moral landscapes teens face as they enter adulthood. It is best suited for readers aged 14 and up due to its mature themes of sacrifice and systemic conflict.
