In Book one, The Summoned King, Jim Young is catapulted into a medieval style of world that is in need of a new king. The idealism and enthusiasm of the teen age king from the first book is somewhat diminished. Nevertheless the author holds to his vision by illustrating the impulsive and sometimes reckless side of a teenager.
Jim faces his foes and demonstrates compassion and restraint, in spite of the occasional surges of anger and frustration. This book introduces a dragon to the cast of characters. There is mild violence and the author adds the addition of pregnancy and the ensuing responsibilities to leaven the plot.
I will mention again that Christianity is brought up as a factor in Jim's identity but there is no proselytization involved.
I recommend the book and look forward to the sequel.
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This book may have been received free of charge from a publisher or a publicist. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.
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