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Violence
Some
Demon battle sequences and some peril; the violence is fantasy-action in register
Language
Barely any
Mild language in the YA historical register
Sexual Content
Barely any
Sweet YA romantic content between Henrietta and her two potential love interests
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
Low to moderate psychological intensity; the novel's primary register is adventure and discovery
What this book is about
Jessica Cluess's YA historical fantasy is set in a Victorian England where seven sorcerers protect the realm from ancient demon creatures called Ancients. When Henrietta discovers she might be the prophesied first female sorcerer, she enters a world of training, political intrigue, and dangerous allies. Cluess writes with energy and period flavor; the demon battle sequences are exciting and the romantic subplots are warmly handled. Clean YA content appropriate for older teens.
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