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Synopsis
Book Two in the Magnificent Dune Chronicles—the Bestselling Science Fiction Adventure of All Time Dune Messiah continues the story of Paul Atreides, better known—and feared—as the man christened Muad’Dib. As Emperor of the known universe, he possesses more power than a single man was ever meant to wield. Worshipped as a religious icon by the fanatical Fremen, Paul faces the enmity of the political houses he displaced when he assumed the throne—and a conspiracy conducted within his own sphere of influence. And even as House Atreides begins to crumble around him from the machinations of his enemies, the true threat to Paul comes to his lover, Chani, and the unborn heir to his family’s dynasty...
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Is Dune Messiah appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This complex political science fiction novel explores themes of power, religious fanaticism, and the burden of messianic leadership with moderate violence from warfare and conspiracy. Contains philosophical density and political intrigue requiring mature reading comprehension.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, political violence, and pregnancy loss (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who loved the first Dune will be captivated by Paul Atreides' struggle as emperor facing conspiracies and the price of unlimited power.