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Synopsis
Anok Wati, a young warrior of the streets, strikes a pact with an ancient and forbidden god who gives him a seemingly impossible task. To unravel the mysteries of the past and avenge his father's death, Anok must join the sinister cult of the snake-god Set--and destroy them from within.
Is Scion of the Serpent appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult fantasy contains strong violence typical of sword-and-sorcery adventures, dark religious themes involving forbidden gods and sinister cults, and morally complex situations. The protagonist must infiltrate and betray an evil organization.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, death of parent, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to Anok's dangerous street-smart heroism and his mission to avenge his father by taking down a deadly cult from the inside.