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Synopsis
Iuti Mano is a warrior whose energy has been drained by watching those around her suffer and die. To regain her inner calm, she severs her bonds with Mano Niuhi, the shark that had bestowed generations of her family with magic and power. When Demon Drummers make Iuti the Mother Drum, she uses her remaining power to defeat the magic that stalks her.
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Is Demon Drums appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This fantasy romance features magical violence, death of loved ones, and supernatural coercion as a warrior severs her family's bond with a shark deity. The emotional trauma and combat are moderate but may be intense for sensitive readers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, grief, and trauma (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the strong warrior heroine who must reclaim her power and identity after devastating loss.