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Synopsis
Kendo is a thing of the spirit, or so Erin Wyler thought of the ancient art of Japanese sword fighting--until the day in the fencing hall when her bamboo sword was transformed into a supernatural steel blade and her sparring partner became a loathsome demon. Suddenly kendo had become a thing of madness.
Is The Swordswoman appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This 1982 fantasy features sword combat that transforms from training to supernatural violence against demons. Expect strong fantasy violence with sword fighting and demonic adversaries, though not graphically described by modern standards.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and supernatural horror.
Who'll love this
Teens who love martial arts and supernatural fantasy will enjoy this story of a kendo practitioner thrust into a world of demon-fighting and magical swords.