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A Dangerous Path

Erin Hunter (2004)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages325 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10+
Goodreads4.45/5 (57279)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

Fire Alone Can Save Our Clan... ShadowClan now has a dark new leader, but will he be satisfied with his power now - or does his desire for revenge burn even more strongly? Fireheart fears that there is a connection between the rise of Tigerstar and the terrible dreams of danger that haunts his nights. Meanwhile, a mysterious threat has invaded the forest, placing every cat's life in peril. Fireheart's beloved leader has turned her back on their warrior ancestors, and Fireheart can't help but wonder if she's right. Has StarClan abandoned them forever?

Is A Dangerous Path appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Anthropomorphic cats engage in clan warfare with moderate violence including battle scenes and deaths. Features themes of betrayal, leadership struggles, and loss of faith that may resonate with middle grade readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, animal death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Fans will love the rising tension as Fireheart faces both a dangerous new villain and mysterious threats to all the forest clans.

Tags

Animal FantasyComing of AgeSeries FictionClan Politics