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Synopsis
Deltora is a land of magic, monsters, and danger. The evil Shadow Lord has taken over the kingdom...and only three people can save it. Lief, Jasmine and Barda have nothing in common and everything to lose. They must embark on a perilous quest to recapture the seven lost gems of the magic Belt of Deltora. Only when the Belt is complete once more can the evil Shadow Lord be overthrown. The obstacles are many. The risks are real. But Lief, Jasmine, and Barda must defeat the darkness or else Deltora will perish.
Is Deltora Quest, Special Edition Books 1-4 appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Children face perilous monster encounters and magical dangers on their quest, with some characters dying and age-appropriate fantasy violence throughout. Perfect for readers ready for classic hero's journey adventures.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, violence, and monster attacks.
Who'll love this
Three unlikely heroes travel across a dangerous kingdom collecting magical gems to defeat the evil Shadow Lord in an action-packed quest.