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The Captive Kingdom is a fantasy adventure where the protagonist and his companions are captured and held prisoner, leading to scenes of conflict and tension. While there is combat and threat of harm, violence is not graphic or gratuitous. The story emphasizes themes of loyalty, courage, and problem-solving under pressure, with Jaron demonstrating leadership and wit. This is appropriate for middle-grade readers comfortable with adventure stories involving peril and captivity.
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From the publisher
Ascendant King Jaron believes that his kingdom, Carthya, is at peace, so he and his bethrothed, Imogen, are sailing home from a trade mission when their ship is attacked by Prozarians, and Jaron and several of his friends are taken prisoner; the Prozarian captain seems to believe he had something to do with his parents... Ascendant King Jaron believes that his kingdom, Carthya, is at peace, so he and his bethrothed, Imogen, are sailing home from a trade mission when their ship is attacked by Prozarians, and Jaron and several of his friends are taken prisoner; the Prozarian captain seems to believe he had something to do with his parents' deaths and they also know a great deal about Jaron's long-missing older brother, Darius, the rightful heir to Carthya--who may be alive after all.
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- Juvenile Fiction
- Fantasy
- Young Adult
- Adventure
- War
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