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Synopsis
A gripping new saga of pre-historic America that takes us to the Mississippi Valley and the tribe known as the Mound builders. It is a time of troubles. In Cahokia, the corn crop is failing again and a warchief--and the warrior woman he may never possess--are disgusted by their Chief's lust for tribute. Now even the gods have turned their faces, closing the underworld to the seers. If the gods have abandoned the people, there is no hope--unless it comes in the form of a young girl who is learning to Dream of Power. A masterful story of the mound-building Cahokia empire on the Mississippi River, by the bestselling authors of People of the Earth.
Is People of the River appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Historical fantasy depicting prehistoric Native American cultures with moderate violence related to warfare and political conflict, themes of famine and spiritual crisis, and romantic elements that remain non-explicit.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war, political violence, and starvation/famine.
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Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the young girl learning shamanic powers and the warrior woman fighting against corrupt leadership in ancient America.