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Darkstalker — Content Guide for Parents

By Tui SutherlandScholastic Incorporated2017ISBN 9781338053623400 pages
Darkstalker

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

About this book

The first-ever special edition of the New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series soars back in time to the origin of Pyrrhia's most dangerous dragon: Darkstalker.

Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning... of the end.In the SeaWing kingdom, a young prince learns he is an animus -- capable of wonderful magic that comes with a terrible price.In the mind of a NightWing dragonet, a thousand futures unfold -- and almost all of them, she knows, lead to disaster and destruction.And under three full moons and the watchful eyes of his NightWing mother and IceWing father, the most powerful dragon Pyrhhia will ever know is clawing his way out of his egg. Darkstalker, the dragon who will change the world forever.Long before the SandWing war, lifetimes before the Dragonet Prophecy... darkness is born.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Darkstalker appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains depictions of violence, including mentions of blood, fighting, and character deaths. Specific references include a SeaWing attack and the death of a character named Arctic, which involves bloodshed. The narrative includes elements of conflict and danger typical of the fantasy genre. The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as the character Darkstalker being described as terrifying and the presence of dark themes. Some readers have reported feeling suspense and tension, indicating that certain scenes may evoke fear or anxiety.

  • Does Darkstalker have violence?

    The book contains depictions of violence, including mentions of blood, fighting, and character deaths. Specific references include a SeaWing attack and the death of a character named Arctic, which involves bloodshed. The narrative includes elements of conflict and danger typical of the fantasy genre.

  • Does Darkstalker have scary content?

    The book contains elements that could be considered scary, such as the character Darkstalker being described as terrifying and the presence of dark themes. Some readers have reported feeling suspense and tension, indicating that certain scenes may evoke fear or anxiety.

  • Does Darkstalker have religious themes?

    No religious content in the book itself. While there are mentions of dragons having beliefs or superstitions, these do not constitute explicit religious practices or themes within the narrative.

  • Does Darkstalker have racial/cultural content?

    No explicit racial themes or discussions present in the book. The narrative focuses on dragons and their tribes without addressing real-world racial issues or dynamics.

  • Does Darkstalker have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the book. Search results reference external discussions and reviews but do not provide evidence of any curse words or strong language in the text of 'Darkstalker'.

  • Does Darkstalker have climate change?

    No climate themes or discussions present in the book. The narrative focuses on fantasy elements and dragon lore without addressing environmental issues or activism.

  • Does Darkstalker have sexual identity?

    No explicit sexual content is present in the book 'Darkstalker'. While there are references to external discussions about sexual themes in related media, these do not reflect the content of the book itself.

  • Does Darkstalker have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. While it features dragons of various genders, there is no thematic exploration of gender expectations or roles within the story.

  • Does Darkstalker have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly mentioned in the book 'Darkstalker' by Tui Sutherland. Search results primarily reference external discussions and analyses rather than content from the book itself.