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The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) — Content Guide for Parents

By Tui SutherlandScholastic Audio2019-01-01ISBN 9781987156195
The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire)

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Violence
Scary content
Climate change
Gender roles
LGBTQ+ themes

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Religious themes

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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 #1 New York Times bestselling series continues with a thrilling revelation -- three brand-new tribes of dragons! Growing up in the hives, Cricket has always had a million questions. Why are trees forbidden, even in art? Why do her parents seem to hate her? And the biggest, most dangerous and secret question of all: why is Cricket immune to Queen Wasp's powers? Whenever the queen takes control of all the HiveWings, speaking through their mouths and seeing through their eyes, Cricket has to hide, terrified of being discovered. Now she's hiding again, wanted for stealing the Book of Clearsight along with her new SilkWing friends, Blue and Swordtail, and the fierce LeafWing, Sundew. The fugitives need answers, and fast, in order to prevent a LeafWing attack. But Cricket has more questions than ever. How can she stay hidden and discover the queen's deadliest secret? And if she does succeed -- can a powerless dragonet really do anything to topple a regime and stop a war?

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains elements of violence, including references to cruelty and imprisonment experienced by young dragons, as well as themes of war and conflict. It is noted that the series progresses towards promoting peaceful solutions, but the initial violence is present. The narrative includes elements that could be considered scary, such as the fear of being discovered by a controlling queen and the overall themes of danger associated with the HiveWings. These elements may cause tension but are appropriate for the intended age group.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have violence?

    The book contains elements of violence, including references to cruelty and imprisonment experienced by young dragons, as well as themes of war and conflict. It is noted that the series progresses towards promoting peaceful solutions, but the initial violence is present.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have scary content?

    The narrative includes elements that could be considered scary, such as the fear of being discovered by a controlling queen and the overall themes of danger associated with the HiveWings. These elements may cause tension but are appropriate for the intended age group.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have religious themes?

    No explicit religious content in the book itself. Discussions around the author's background mention influences from various religions, but these do not pertain to the narrative of the book.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have racial/cultural content?

    Race is not a central theme in the book. The story features different tribes of dragons but does not engage with real-world racial issues or themes.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have profanity?

    No profanity is indicated in the book. The series is aimed at a younger audience and does not include strong language.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have climate change?

    The series includes themes related to environmental adaptation and the impact of the dragons' actions on their surroundings. There are moments where the characters reflect on their environments and the importance of nature, suggesting a connection to climate themes.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is explicitly mentioned in the book. Discussions around the series indicate some romantic elements but do not highlight any significant sexual themes.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have gender roles?

    The book addresses themes related to gender roles, particularly through the character of Cricket and her experiences in a society that has strict expectations. The narrative challenges traditional roles by showcasing strong female characters and their struggles against oppressive systems.

  • Does The Hive Queen (Wings of Fire) have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book features a main character, Blue, who has two mothers, indicating LGBTQ+ representation. However, the impact of these characters on the plot has been criticized as minimal, with some discussions suggesting that their presence is not well-integrated into the story.