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Synopsis
Mariska couldn’t be happier. Living an almost fairy-tale life, she is popular, adored by her parents, and is engaged to be married to the most attractive man in her village. But her world is torn when war approaches the peaceful village of Bakshami. Mariska risks everything she has in order to search for her parents who left to negotiate and find peace. With a young warrior as her companion, she travels beyond the safety of her village. Together they search for Mariska’s parents and peace for their village in a time of terrible uncertainty.
Is The Glass Mountains appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A young woman ventures beyond her peaceful village with a warrior companion to find her missing parents during wartime. Expect moderate violence related to war and conflict, but no sexual content or strong language.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, war, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Mariska's courageous journey as she leaves behind everything safe to rescue her family and save her village.