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Synopsis
Erin Hunter’s #1 bestselling Warriors series continues with the second book in the A Vision of Shadows arc. Nearly a moon has passed since Alderpaw returned from his journey to SkyClan’s gorge, where he found the territory taken over by rogues. Now the same vicious cats that drove out SkyClan have traced Alderpaw’s path back to the lake… and ShadowClan may be the next to fall. Full of epic adventure and thrilling intrigue, this fifth Warriors series is the perfect introduction for readers new to the Warriors world—while for dedicated fans, it’s a long-awaited return to the era of Bramblestar’s ThunderClan, after the events of Omen of the Stars.
Is Thunder and Shadow appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Warriors books feature cat clans in territorial conflict with moderate combat violence and character deaths, but no profanity or sexual content. The series is beloved for themes of loyalty, courage, and found family.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, animal death, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Readers who love animal adventures, clan loyalty, and epic battles between cat warriors will be hooked by this thrilling continuation of the Warriors saga.