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The Feverbird's Claw

Jane Kurtz (2004)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.07

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Synopsis

On the eve of the day she is to begin temple service, Moralin of Delagua is kidnapped by the Arkera, enduring grueling adventures as she tries to escape, and ultimately learning surprising truths about her own people.

Is The Feverbird's Claw appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Parents should know this book contains kidnapping and some perilous situations with moderate violence as the heroine escapes captivity. The story explores themes of cultural misunderstanding and challenges assumptions about enemies.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include kidnapping, captivity, and violence.

Who'll love this

Kids will enjoy following a brave girl's journey through dangerous territory as she discovers surprising truths about the people she was taught to fear.

Tags

Adventure FantasyCultural FantasySurvival Story