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Synopsis
Protecting the people who were kind to him was all Kilo ever wanted. He began training as a warrior with the intentions of a noble heart, but when a seemingly ordinary mission goes wrong he's forced to break his creed, betraying the very thing he's given his life to pursue. Because of his actions, others are forced to bear the consequences.To one with honor, the shame is almost unbearable. His friends try to comfort him, but without his creed, what is he? And how can he possible make amends for what he's done? Staff of Justice is a short prequel novella to the asian, noblebright series, The Shadow's Creed Saga. Witness the moment that changed Kilo's life forever and shaped the entire course of his future---for better or for worse.
Is Staff of Justice (The Shadow's Creed Saga) appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A warrior betrays his creed during a mission gone wrong, leading to consequences for others and intense guilt. Contains moderate violence and themes of honor, shame, and moral failure suitable for teens.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include betrayal, guilt, and shame (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Kilo's struggle to find himself after making a devastating mistake that goes against everything he believes in.