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Synopsis
Fired with her passion for life, food and challenge, Cowrie and her friends take on multinational corporations and the New Zealand government over the issue of genetically modified crops. As they grapple with concerns ranging from sick children to genetic engineering, they encounter corruption, politics and power.
Is Ao Toa: Earth Warriors appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult contemporary fantasy deals with real-world political activism against GMO crops, featuring themes of corporate corruption and government manipulation. Contains mild violence related to political activism and references to sick children affected by genetic modification.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include child harm, political violence, and chronic illness (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens interested in environmental activism and standing up to big corporations will connect with this passionate story about fighting for what's right.