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Synopsis
Seven years ago Kaylin flex the crime-riddled streets of Nightshade, knowing that something was after her. Children were being murdered - and all had the same odd markings that mysteriously appeared on her own skin... Since then, she's learned to read, she's learned to fight and she's become one of the vaunted Hawks who patrol and police the City of Elantra. Alongside the winged Aerians and the immortal Barrani, she's made a place for herself, far from the mean streets of her birth. But children are once again dying, and a dark and familiar pattern is emerging. Kaylin is ordered back into Nightshade with a companion and a device to contain her powers - powers that no other human has. Her task is simple - find the killer, stop the murders...and survive the attentions of those who claim to be her allies! - from the cover
Is Cast in Shadow appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This urban fantasy features a detective investigating child murders with dark themes and strong violence. While there's no sexual content or strong language, the premise involves serial killing of children and traumatic past events.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include child harm, murder, and death of child (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love urban fantasy mysteries with strong female detectives and diverse magical races will be hooked by this atmospheric police procedural.