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The Lost King

Margaret Weis (1990)

SubgenreSpace Opera
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages458 (Chunky (400-600))
Setting
CSM age13

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Synopsis

A galactic revolution has toppled the Starfire dynasty, and swept into power the harsh Democratic Republic. To support the murdered king is now punishable by death. But on distant worlds, the few surviving Guardians carry a dangerous secret: Somewhere in the galaxy, they shield the rightful heir to the throne. Stalking the hidden king is the Warlord, a ruthless Republican general who wields the bloodsword. Only a few brave rebels dare to oppose him: young Dion, who fights to find his destiny; the mercenary Tusk; the outlaw commander Dixter; and the beautiful Lady Maigrey, the only person alive who can match the Warlord’s cunning. Theirs is the ultimate battle against a star-spanning corruption—the ultimate sacrifice for the glory of the lost king’s throne.

Tags

Military SFPolitical ThrillerAdventureQuest Narrative

Is The Lost King appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Parents should know this book contains galactic warfare, political violence, and characters facing deadly threats from a totalitarian regime. The violence is action-oriented rather than graphic, with space battles and combat typical of military space opera.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and political violence (see the full list above).

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy this sweeping space opera about rebels fighting to restore a fallen monarchy against impossible odds.