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Violence
Some
Gang violence, dark magic confrontations, and thriller-style danger throughout
Language
Barely any
Mild language with some edge appropriate for the dark fantasy tone
Sexual Content
Barely any
Brief romantic tension; nothing explicit
Substance Use
Some
Gambling and alcohol are thematic elements of the city setting; not glorified
Emotional Intensity
Some
Themes of identity, hidden heritage, and the corruption of power in a dark city
What this book is about
A YA fantasy noir featuring magic, organized crime, and a dangerous city setting. Violence includes gang conflict and dark magic. Substance use is thematic in the gambling city setting. Appropriate for older teens.
Notes for sensitive readers
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Gang violence
Dark magic
Organized crime
Gambling and alcohol themes
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