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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
Retired from a decade of brutal war, John Sutton wants nothing more than a quiet pastoral life while he does his best to stem the steady increase of his Doom Points before they hit 100, signaling the start of the end. He's been given a small farm on the outskirts of the empire as a thanks for his service, but no matter how far he travels, it's impossible to escape the war's devastating effects on the world. It will take all of his considerable power to keep from burning everything to the ground.
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Domestication: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Adult fantasy featuring a war veteran struggling with PTSD and a magical doom countdown. Contains strong violence from war backstory and magical combat, with themes of trauma recovery that may be intense.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include ptsd, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will appreciate this unique blend of cozy farming life and a powerful mage's struggle to control his destructive abilities.