Tempests and Slaughter

Arram, the Imperial University's youngest mage, and one of the most powerful, must navigate his strengthening magical skills while also exposing injustices in the world. He and friends Varice, and Ozorne face many challenges including bullies, discouraging teachers, slavery, and environmental issues, but they persevere and continue their journeys of self-discovery. This engaging fantasy novel for grades 8-12, useful for literature circle or independent study, deals with issues relevant to teens today, including relationships with peers, bullying, personal/academic/social aspects of school, racism, socio-economic issues, ethics, sustainability, self-discovery, and perseverance.