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Synopsis
On the morning of her twelfth birthday, Kiranmala is just a regular sixth grader living in Parsippany, New Jersey, until her parents mysteriously vanish and a drooling rakkhosh demon slams through her kitchen, determined to eat her alive. Turns out there might be some truth to her parents2 fantastical stories, like how Kiranmala is a real Indian princess and how she comes from a secret place not of this world.
Is The serpent's secret appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A middle grade fantasy adventure with mild peril involving demons and monsters, suitable for ages 8-12. No sexual content, strong language, or graphic violence.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include violence and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Kids will love Kiranmala's discovery that she's a real princess from a magical world, complete with demon battles and mysterious quests.