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Synopsis
In the fourth book of the Thraxas series, Thraxas is invited to the Elvish Island of Avula. Sailing south means he can avoid the harsh Turanian winter, and escape from Makri, who's recent behaviour has outraged all decent citizens. Makri refuses to be left behind, much to the displeasure of the Turanian Prince, who knows her Orcish blood isn't going to be welcome on any Elvish island. Once there, Thraxas finds himself involved in the puzzling case of the Elvish sacred tree, and Makri starts giving sword-fighting lessons to a very puny young Elf. As a restful holiday, Thraxas's voyage south doesn't work out as well as he hoped. There's a lot more Elvish crime than he expected, and he ends up in conflict with virtually everyone on Avula. This is a new edition with an introduction by the author.
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Is Thraxas and the Elvish Isles appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A humorous fantasy mystery with moderate violence involving conflict and crime-solving on an Elvish island. Some racial prejudice themes as the Orc-blooded character faces discrimination.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include racism.
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Who'll love this
A funny detective story with fantasy creatures solving mysteries on a magical island.