Finding Rimarnia by Melissa Hintze
Reviewed by KarenRatings
Content Ratings based on a 0-5 scale where
0 = no objectionable content and
5 = an excessive or disturbing level of content
LANGUAGE
VIOLENCE
SEXUAL CONTENT
ADULT THEMES
Ratings Explanation
Violence: Aunt Hosti jerks Rima’s arm roughly when Rima is a young child. The king is arrested, beaten and tortured by Judge Paetus. Imperotta guard attacks and kills Eva and Marno (friends of the crown). Others wounded in the attack. Rimarnia taken prisoner. Paetus slaps Rimarnia.
Sexual Content: Village men and soldiers admire Rima longingly for her beauty. Aulus falls in love with Rima. Several kisses exchanged. Taura vies for Aulus’ affections.
Adult Content: Rima suffers emotional anxiety and physical deprivations from evil Judge Paetus and the impending coup. Drinking ale mentioned.
Synopsis
Having grown up a roaming peasant with her Aunt Hosti, Rimarnia, known as Rima, suddenly finds out she is the true princess of the country Calidus Minor. An approaching coup in the government, led by the evil Judge Paetus, forces Rimarnia on the run for her life. Those loyal to the crown, plus Rima’s new-found love, Aulus, try and stop Paetus and his forces from destroying their freedoms and country.
A quick, fun read. I love a strong, courageous, principled heroine, and Rimarnia is one, indeed. If you liked “Princess Academy”, you would most likely enjoy this novel as well. The author notes at the beginning of the book, “This book is safe.” Nice heads up for parents.