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Synopsis
Remy Von Guesson is a reckless, fiercely independent relic hunter who seeks lost artifacts for a refined university museum during the late 1930s. Her father's sudden illness takes her on a path to find the legendary goblet that contains the last remaining drops of the Fountain of Youth, which once belonged to Juan Ponce de Leon. With the help of a journal, the first leg of the adventure finds her in the underground levels of Puerto Rico's iconic fort, only to be possessed by an ancient entity named Eleggua, an Orisha saint from Santeria origins. Along for the ride is Remy's trusty pilot, Jordan, who carries the weight of a betrayal. Running against time, Remy and Jordan journey to Africa searching for the goblet, believing it would heal her father. Yet, her competition, Deacon Ellis, also wants the goblet for his gain. With her health failing due to having the Orisha in her body and being a few steps behind Deacon, Remy must push her way through her vulnerabilities to save her father before it is too late.
Is Remy Von Guesson and the Orisha appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Parents should know this book features spiritual possession by an ancient Orisha entity, a protagonist whose health deteriorates throughout the story, and action-adventure peril including underground exploration and competition for artifacts. There's emotional intensity around a dying father.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, chronic illness, and possession (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy the high-stakes treasure hunt across multiple continents with ancient mythology, possession, and a race against time to save a loved one.