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Catwoman: Soulstealer — Content Guide for Parents

By Sarah J. MaasRandom House Children's Books2019-08-06ISBN 9780399549724400 pages
Catwoman: Soulstealer

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Sizzling with action and suspense, #1 New York Times bestselling author SARAH J. MAAS delivers with this DC Icons coming-of-age Selina Kyle who will steal readers' hearts in the YA blockbuster: CATWOMAN!

DC ICONS IS NOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES!

"A Catwoman story with Maas' signature touch. . . . Devilish." --Entertainment Weekly

When the Bat's away, the Cat will play. It's time to see how many lives this cat really has.

Two years after escaping Gotham City's slums, Selina Kyle returns as the mysterious and wealthy Holly Vanderhees. She quickly discovers that with Batman off on a vital mission, the city looks ripe for the taking.

Meanwhile, Luke Fox wants to prove that as Batwing he has what it takes to help people. He targets a new thief on the prowl who has teamed up with Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn. Together, they are wreaking havoc. This Catwoman is clever—she may be Batwing's undoing.

In this third DC Icons book, Selina is playing a desperate game of cat and mouse, forming unexpected friendships and entangling herself with Batwing by night and her devilishly handsome neighbor Luke Fox by day. But with a dangerous threat from the past on her tail, will she be able to pull off the heist that's closest to her heart?
 
"Maas has a gift for crafting fierce female protagonists. . . . An epic shoutout to all the bad girls who know how to have fun."
Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
 
"A Catwoman story unlike anything you've seen before." --Nerdist

Don't miss the rest of the DC Icons series! Powerful reads in any order you choose:
Wonder Woman: Warbringer by Leigh Bardugo
Batman: Nightwalker by Marie Lu
Superman: Dawnbreaker by Matt de la Peña

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Catwoman: Soulstealer appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains numerous scenes of violence, including gladiatorial combat, swordplay, the use of poison gas, and gunfights, which are integral to the plot and character development. There are no indications of genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. The violence described is action-oriented rather than horror-themed.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have violence?

    The book contains numerous scenes of violence, including gladiatorial combat, swordplay, the use of poison gas, and gunfights, which are integral to the plot and character development.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have scary content?

    There are no indications of genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress. The violence described is action-oriented rather than horror-themed.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not indicate any religious practices, beliefs, or ceremonies present in the narrative.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have racial/cultural content?

    The book addresses issues of race, particularly in the context of the character dynamics and societal themes. It critiques the social hierarchy and representation of black women, indicating a nuanced approach to race in the narrative.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the search results. The content appears to be appropriate for the intended young adult audience.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have climate change?

    There are mentions of environmental themes, particularly through the character of Poison Ivy, who is portrayed as an advocate for environmental protection. However, the focus on climate issues is not central to the plot.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have sexual identity?

    Sexual content is present, primarily consisting of flirting and a couple of passionate kisses. The narrative does not delve deeply into explicit sexual themes, focusing instead on romantic interactions.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have gender roles?

    The book features strong female characters and explores themes of feminism and independence, though some critiques suggest it may not fully deliver on its promises of empowerment and depth.

  • Does Catwoman: Soulstealer have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book includes LGBTQ+ themes, particularly with characters that display diverse sexual orientations. There is mention of LGBTQ characters in Sarah J. Maas's works, and this book appears to have made strides in representing them more prominently than in previous works.