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Demon in White

Christopher Ruocchio (2020-07-28)

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingR
Pages786 (Doorstopper (600+))
SeriesSun Eater, Book #
Setting
CSM age16+

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageModerate

Synopsis

The third novel of the galaxy-spanning Sun Eater series merges the best of space opera and epic fantasy, as Hadrian Marlowe continues down a path that can only end in fire. Hadrian has been serving the Empire in military engagements against the Cielcin, the vicious alien civilization bent on humanity's destruction. After Hadrian and his Red Company achieve a great victory, a cult-like fervor builds around him. However, pressures within the Imperial government scared of his rise to prominence result in an assassination attempt, luckily thwarted. With the Empire too dangerous to stay, Hadrian and his crew leave for a massive library on a distant world. There, he finds the next key to unlocking the secrets of the Quiet: a set of coordinates for their origin planet, unnamed and now lifeless. Hadrian's true purpose in serving in the military was to aid his search of a rumored connection between the first Emperor and the Quiet, the ancient, seemingly long-dead race linked to so many of Hadrian's extraordinary experiences. Will this mysterious lost planet have the answers?

Tags

Space OperaMilitary Science FictionEpic FantasyAdventure

Is Demon in White appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This military space opera features extended warfare against alien enemies with violent combat scenes and political assassination attempts. Language and some mature themes make it appropriate for older teens and adults.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who love epic space battles, ancient alien mysteries, and galaxy-spanning adventures will be drawn into Hadrian's quest to uncover secrets that could save humanity.