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Synopsis
In sixteenth-century Japan, Taro enlists his friends to help vanquish a dragon in hopes of winning a reward that would allow him to marry Hana, but he also faces surprisingly difficult obstacles as Kenji Kira raises the dead against him and his own flesh and blood betrays him.
Is The Betrayal of the Living appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This YA fantasy finale contains ninja combat violence, necromancy (raising the dead), and a dramatic family betrayal, but keeps sexual content minimal with a romantic subplot focused on marriage aspirations.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, betrayal, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will love the dragon battle, ninja action, and high-stakes quest as Taro fights both undead enemies and a traitor in his own family.