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The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) — Content Guide for Parents

By Rick RiordanDisney-Hyperion2018-04-03ISBN 9781368013574496 pages
The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover)

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

About this book

If you haven't yet read the Kane Chronicles, Rick Riordan's action-adventure trilogy based on Ancient Egyptian mythology, don't miss this paperback edition with new cover art and a Percy Jackson-Kane Chronicles crossover story, "The Crown of Ptolemy." When young magicians Carter and Sadie Kane learned how to follow the path of the Ancient Egyptian gods, they knew they would have to play an important role in restoring Ma'at--order--to the world. What they didn't know is how chaotic the world would become. The Chaos snake Apophis is loose and threatening to destroy the earth in three days' time. The magicians are divided. The gods are disappearing, and those who remain are weak. Walt, one of Carter and Sadie's most gifted initiates, is doomed and can already feel his life force ebbing. Zia is too busy babysitting the senile sun god, Ra, to be of much help. What are a couple of teenagers and a handful of young trainees to do? There is possibly one way to stop Apophis, but it is so difficult that it might cost Carter and Sadie their lives, if it even works at all. It involves trusting the ghost of a psychopathic magician not to betray them, or worse, kill them. They'd have to be crazy to try it. Well, call them crazy. With hilarious asides, memorable monsters, and an ever-changing crew of friends and foes, the excitement never lets up in The Serpent's Shadow, a thoroughly entertaining and satisfying conclusion to the Kane Chronicles.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The book contains fantasy violence as teen characters engage in battles against supernatural forces. While there are fights for survival, the descriptions are not gory, and the tone is balanced with humor, making it suitable for a younger audience. The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are elements of danger and supernatural threats, they are presented in a way that is suitable for middle-grade readers and does not induce fear.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have violence?

    The book contains fantasy violence as teen characters engage in battles against supernatural forces. While there are fights for survival, the descriptions are not gory, and the tone is balanced with humor, making it suitable for a younger audience.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have scary content?

    The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While there are elements of danger and supernatural threats, they are presented in a way that is suitable for middle-grade readers and does not induce fear.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have religious themes?

    The book is based on Ancient Egyptian mythology, featuring gods and magical elements that are central to the plot. The narrative incorporates themes of Egyptian religion and mythology, particularly the restoration of Ma’at, which reflects religious beliefs of order and chaos.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have racial/cultural content?

    While the book features characters of diverse backgrounds, race is not a central theme or plot element. The focus is on Egyptian mythology rather than discussions of race or racial issues.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have profanity?

    The book does not contain any profanity. The language is appropriate for the target age group, focusing on adventure and humor without the use of strong language.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have climate change?

    There are no themes related to climate activism or environmentalism present in the book. The narrative centers around mythology and adventure rather than climate issues.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on adventure and mythology without any references to sexual themes or situations.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have gender roles?

    The book features both male and female protagonists, but it does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. The narrative includes adventure and action without a focus on traditional or modern gender roles.

  • Does The Kane Chronicles, Book Three The Serpent's Shadow (new cover) have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results focus on general reviews and do not indicate the presence of LGBTQ+ characters or themes in 'The Serpent's Shadow.'