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BLADE BREAKER

Victoria Aveyard

Corayne and her allies are forming an army to face Queen Erida and Taristan’s wicked forces. (Ages 13 and up)

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to teens because of sustained fantasy violence, peril, frightening magic, deaths, grief, political brutality, and emotionally complex relationships; sexual content is limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Violence4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Diverse representation3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Several characters die throughout the story, some significantly impactful.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of wounds and blood in combat scenes, but not excessively graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild to moderate profanity used throughout the dialogue.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

Features LGBTQIA characters in natural, non-centralized roles.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Features fictional mythologies and deities unique to the fantasy world.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Includes brewing romantic tension and relationships between characters.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent monsters, danger, pursuit, imprisonment, and apocalyptic threats create sustained tension, though the story remains fantasy adventure rather than horror.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild references to attraction or intimacy, nothing explicit.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Casual consumption of alcohol in tavern settings, consistent with genre.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes fantasy combat, sword fights, and magical battles with injuries.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing overwhelming magical and political threats through persistence, sacrifice, and principled resistance is central to the narrative.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Features highly imaginative world-building, magical systems, and creative fantasy settings.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

The cast reflects a diverse range of origins and backgrounds consistent with the setting.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Strong emphasis on camaraderie and mutual aid within the central group.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on loyalty, sacrifice, and taking responsibility for one's destiny.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters display grit and bravery, though they make complex, sometimes flawed choices.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in BLADE BREAKER would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in BLADE BREAKER, and what caused that change?
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