The Mists of Avalon is by Marion Zimmer Bradley. This book is a retelling of the Arthurian legends from the point of view of the women involved. There is some brief non-graphic sexual content and the book has some mature thematic content. Written in a time period where pagan beliefs are being challenged by Christianity, the theme of God vs the goddess is prevalent. It is a powerful tale and will hold readers. The book is long, some versions almost 800 pages, but the story is so captivating and the description so vivid, it seems to end all too quickly. Bradley's take on the politics of running Camelot, alone are worth the reading investment. A marvelous fantasy novel.
Ratings: 11th grade - 9 out of 10 - SC (sexual content) - AC (mature thematic content).
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