A Court of Wings and Ruin

A parent would reach for this book when their older teenager is beginning to navigate the complicated gray areas of adulthood, where loyalty is rarely simple and doing the right thing often requires immense personal sacrifice. This third installment in the series follows Feyre as she acts as a spy in a hostile court to protect her people from a looming, world ending war. It is an exploration of the heavy burden of leadership and the trauma that often follows great conflict. While the story is high fantasy, the emotional core deals with the transition from being someone who is protected to being the one who must protect others. Parents should be aware that this title contains mature themes, including graphic violence and explicit sexual content, making it appropriate for older teens aged 17 and up who are ready for adult level fantasy narratives.