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The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel — Content Guide for Parents

By Rick RiordanDisney Electronic Content2017-10-03ISBN 9781368002080160 pages
The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel

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

About this book

He's b-a-a-ack! Despite their best efforts, Carter and Sadie Kane can't seem to keep Apophis, the chaos snake, down. Now Apophis is threatening to plunge the world into eternal darkness, and the Kanes are faced with the impossible task of having to destroy him once and for all. Unfortunately, the magicians of the House of Life are on the brink of civil war, the gods are divided, and the young initiates of Brooklyn House stand almost alone against the forces of chaos. The Kanes' only hope is an ancient spell that might turn the serpent's own shadow into a weapon, but the magic has been lost for a millennia. To find the answer they need, the Kanes must rely on the murderous ghost of a powerful magician who might be able to lead them to the serpent's shadow . . . or might lead them to their deaths in the depths of the underworld. Nothing less than the mortal world is at stake when the Kane family fulfills its destiny in this thrilling conclusion to the Kane Chronicles. This non-stop thrill ride is adapted and brought to life by Orpheus Collar, who previously adapted and illustrated the rest of the Kane Chronicles series: Red Pyramid, The Graphic Novel; and Throne of Fire, The Graphic Novel.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains fantasy violence as teen characters engage in battles against mythological threats, specifically Apophis, the chaos serpent. While there are fights for survival, the details are not graphic. The book features elements that could be considered scary, such as the threat of Apophis and the chaos he represents. However, the overall tone is balanced with humor, making it suitable for its target audience.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have violence?

    The book contains fantasy violence as teen characters engage in battles against mythological threats, specifically Apophis, the chaos serpent. While there are fights for survival, the details are not graphic.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have scary content?

    The book features elements that could be considered scary, such as the threat of Apophis and the chaos he represents. However, the overall tone is balanced with humor, making it suitable for its target audience.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have religious themes?

    The book incorporates elements of Egyptian mythology, featuring gods and goddesses that interact with the characters. This narrative includes discussions of religious themes related to Ancient Egyptian beliefs.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have racial/cultural content?

    The book features diverse characters, including protagonists of different ethnic backgrounds, but race is not a central theme or plot point. The focus remains on mythology and adventure.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have profanity?

    There is no mention of profanity or strong language in the book. The content is suitable for middle-grade readers, focusing on adventure and humor.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have climate change?

    There are no themes related to climate change or environmentalism in the book. The narrative focuses on mythological adventures rather than contemporary issues.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have sexual identity?

    The narrative includes snippets of romance, particularly involving the character Sadie, who finds herself in awkward romantic situations. This suggests a mild exploration of romantic themes appropriate for middle school readers.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have gender roles?

    The book features both male and female protagonists, but it does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The characters engage in typical adventure roles without a focus on gender dynamics.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three: Serpent's Shadow: The Graphic Novel have lgbtq+ themes?

    No explicit LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the book. While there are snippets of romance involving characters, there is no indication of LGBTQ+ representation in the narrative.