Blade Breaker: Realm Breaker
#2 of 3 in Realm Breaker Series
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What’s inside...
The fate of the world rests on a blade's edge. Fighting beside her band of unlikely companions, Corayne is learning to embrace her ancient lineage and wield her father's powerful sword. But while she successfully closed one of the Spindles, her journey is far from over. Queen Erida's army marches across Allward with her consort, Taristan, right beside them, opening more portals into nightmarish worlds, razing kingdoms to the ground. Corayne has no choice but to assemble an army of her own if she's to save the realm as she knows it. But perilous lands await her and the companions, and they face assassins, otherworldly beasts, and tempestuous seas all as they rally a divided Ward to fight behind them. But Taristan has unleashed an evil far more wicked than his corpse armies. Something deadly waits in the shadows; something that might consume the world before there's any hope for victory.
Character compass
Corayne An-Amarat
Valtik
Sorasa Sarn
Sigil
Andry Trelland
Domacridhan
Queen Erida
Taristan
Discussion points
What did you think about the challenges the characters faced? How would you handle similar situations?
How do the relationships between characters change throughout the story? What do you think caused those changes?
What role does the setting play in the story? How would the story change if it was set somewhere else?
Can you think of any decisions the characters made that you would have done differently? Why?
What was your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Build empathy by asking your child how they might feel in the same situations as the characters.
Encourage critical thinking by discussing the effect of different settings and scenarios on the story’s outcome.
Promote problem-solving skills by examining the decisions of characters and exploring alternative choices.
Focus on storytelling by asking your child to recount their favorite part of the book and explain why it stood out to them.
Foster a deeper understanding of character development by discussing how and why characters’ relationships changed throughout the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: In 'Realm Breaker', the characters must collaborate to overcome challenges, demonstrating that working together can achieve greater results than working alone.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and value each team member's contribution.
Example Lesson: Courage to face challenges
Explanation: The protagonist shows bravery in the face of daunting obstacles, teaching readers that courage is crucial when confronting difficulties.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to tackle their own challenges, such as trying out new activities or standing up for what is right, despite their fears.
Example Lesson: The power of perseverance
Explanation: As the characters persist through their journey despite setbacks, the story reinforces the importance of perseverance in achieving one's goals.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to persist in their studies, hobbies, or personal goals, understanding that success often comes through continued effort and resilience.