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Synopsis
"Laia is a Scholar living under the iron-fisted rule of the Martial Empire. When her brother is arrested for treason, Laia goes undercover as a slave at the empire's greatest military academy in exchange for assistance from rebel Scholars who claim that they will help to save her brother from execution"--
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Is An Ember in the Ashes appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This YA fantasy contains strong violence including whipping, torture, and brutal military academy scenes, along with slavery and oppression themes. Romance is present but remains mild (kissing level).
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include torture, slavery, physical abuse, captivity, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be gripped by the high-stakes spy mission, forbidden romance between enemies, and pulse-pounding action in a brutal empire.