A family fights to reclaim their sentient, magical liveship from a ruthless pirate captain holding hostages, amid political upheaval in their trading city.
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A family fights to reclaim their sentient, magical liveship from a ruthless pirate captain holding hostages, amid political upheaval in their trading city.
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In the second breathtaking volume of Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders trilogy, a new tide of glory and terror sweeps forward the story of the Vestrit clan, their liveship Vivacia, and all who strive to possess her.As the ancient tradition of Bingtown's Old Traders slowly erodes under the cold new order of a corrupt ruler, the Vestrits anxiously await the return of their liveship--a rare magic ship carved from sentient wizardwood, which bonds the ships mystically with those who sail them. And Althea...
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Sexual content
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On-page consensual sex scenes with explicit descriptions; recurring discussions of sexuality and desire among characters. Depictions of rape and sexual coercion, including threats and aftermath; central to some character backstories and plot events.
Violence & gore
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Graphic violence including battles, amputations, and torture; frequent depictions of physical harm and bloodlust in shipboard and pirate conflicts.
Profanity
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Occasional mild profanity and coarse language in dialogue.
Substance use
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Brief depictions of alcohol consumption in social and pirate settings; no glamorization or addiction focus.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQIA+ representation present.
Religious content
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Minor references to divine figures and spiritual themes tied to fantasy elements.
Magic & witchcraft
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Fantasy magic involving sentient ships and serpents; ritualistic elements in ancient lore without occult framing.
Occult / demonology
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No evidence found in available sources.
Political content
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Central themes of corrupt governance, slavery, and misogyny; explores social hierarchies and cultural erosion in trading societies.
Self-harm / suicide
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No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Abuse & suffering
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Pervasive slavery, physical abuse, domestic violence, and systemic cruelty; includes child exploitation, misogyny, and animal-like treatment of captives. Depictions of rape and sexual coercion, including threats and aftermath; central to some character backstories and plot events.
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