Iron Heart — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Critically acclaimed author Nina Varela delivers a stunning sequel to the richly imagined queer epic fantasy Crier's War, which SLJ called "perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas's Throne of Glass."
For too long, Automae have lorded over the kingdom of Rabu, oppressing its human citizens. But the human revolution has risen, and at its heart is Ayla. Once a handmaiden, now a fugitive, Ayla narrowly escaped the palace of Lady Crier, the girl she would've killed if she hadn't fallen in love first.
Now Ayla has pledged her allegiance to Queen Junn, who can help accomplish the human rebellion's ultimate goal: destroy the Iron Heart. Without its power, the Automae will be weakened to the point of extinction. Ayla wants to succeed, but can't shake the strong feelings she's developed for Crier. And unbeknownst to her, Crier has also fled the palace, taking up among traveling rebels, determined to find and protect Ayla.
Even as their paths collide, nothing can prepare them for the dark secret underlying the Iron Heart.
Frequently asked questions
Is Iron Heart appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains content warnings for violence, including death and murder of loved ones, as well as depictions of blood and body horror. These elements are significant to the plot. The book includes elements that may be frightening, such as body horror and panic attacks, which could be unsettling for some readers.
Does Iron Heart have violence?
The book contains content warnings for violence, including death and murder of loved ones, as well as depictions of blood and body horror. These elements are significant to the plot.
Does Iron Heart have scary content?
The book includes elements that may be frightening, such as body horror and panic attacks, which could be unsettling for some readers.
Does Iron Heart have religious themes?
No religious content detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does Iron Heart have racial/cultural content?
The narrative includes characters who are people of color, specifically a POC lesbian main character and a POC bisexual main character. The story addresses themes of oppression faced by these characters.
Does Iron Heart have profanity?
No profanity detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does Iron Heart have climate change?
No climate themes detected in the book's narrative based on the search results.
Does Iron Heart have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content detected in the search results. The focus is on LGBTQ+ relationships without detailing sexual encounters.
Does Iron Heart have gender roles?
The book features strong female characters, particularly Ayla, who is portrayed as a revolutionary figure challenging oppressive systems. This framing aligns with modern feminism themes.
Does Iron Heart have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a lesbian main character and a bisexual main character, along with a nonbinary side character. The narrative includes LGBTQ+ themes prominently, normalizing diverse sexual identities within the storyline.
