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Synopsis
Otto Hundebiss is tired of war, but when he defies Death he walks a dangerous path. A half beast half man gives him shoes and dice which will lead him deep into a web of dark magic and mystery. He meets the beautiful Safire - pure of heart and spirit, the scheming Mistress Jabber and the terrifying Lady of the Nail. He learns the powers of the tinderbox and the wolves whose master he becomes. But will all the riches in the world bring him the thing he most desires? This novel is inspired by the Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale, The tinderbox.
Is Tinder appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This dark fairy tale retelling contains war themes, dealings with Death, and atmospheric horror elements including dark magic and dangerous supernatural encounters. Violence is present but not graphically detailed.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, war, and dark magic (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to this atmospheric retelling of The Tinderbox with its mysterious magical objects, dangerous deals, and morally complex hero navigating a world of dark enchantment.