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WONDER WOMAN: WARBRINGER

Leigh Bardugo

Diana, Princess of the Amazons, saves a descendant of Helen of Troy and together they fight to save both of their worlds. (Ages 12 to 17)

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? YA-level prose and themes, with frequent fantasy action, peril, deaths, war imagery, grief, and morally complex conflict. Romance and sexual content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Violence4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

References to modern culture and real-world brands as typical for an urban setting.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face significant mortal peril, and there are mentions and instances of loss.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Minor injuries and descriptions of battle aftermath occur, but it is not graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Mild profanity and common mild insults typical of the genre.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

Includes queer characters and romantic subplots within the ensemble cast.

Religious themes3/5
Why this rating?

Greek gods, myths, divine ancestry, and supernatural beliefs are central to the fantasy world and plot.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features light romantic subplots and burgeoning relationships.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Fantasy monsters, war, pursuit, imprisonment, and danger create recurring tension, but the action-adventure tone avoids sustained horror or extreme fright.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional references to drinking in social settings.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent superhero and mythic combat, weapons, explosions, chases, and threats of mass violence; action is intense but not graphically realistic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Facing overwhelming danger and powerful enemies with principled bravery is central to both the plot and the protagonists' growth.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Blends superhero invention with Greek mythology and imaginative world-building, while characters solve problems through strategy and collaboration.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast with varied cultural and personal identities.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Draws on Greek mythology, though reimagined for the plot.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Empathy, friendship, protecting others, and cooperation are recurring strengths, even amid conflict and disagreement.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes resisting extremism, questioning inherited power, choosing peace, accepting responsibility, and valuing cooperation over domination.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists show courage, resilience, and growth throughout the journey.

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  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in WONDER WOMAN: WARBRINGER would you have made differently, and why?
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