The Serpent Gift cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 4.7
Points 15.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 100055
Points per Word 0.00015
Page Count 377
Points per Page 0.039788

Description

In the third book of the Shamer's series, Dina a young woman with a special gift must join forces with her father, a formidable Blackmaster, to rescue her kidnapped brother Davin and Prince Nico. Their mission takes them through a realm of dark magic, dangerous alliances, and long-buried secrets. As the clock ticks, Dina uncovers new facets of her own powers and confronts the shadowy forces behind the abduction. The adventure blends high-stakes rescue with the evolving dynamics of a magical world.

Quick Summary

Dina's back and her magic feels stronger than ever in the third Shamer adventure, where she teams up with her father, a feared Blackmaster, on a daring quest to rescue her kidnapped brother Davin and the young Prince Nico. The story mixes the pulse-pounding tension of a rescue mission with the messy emotions of a family caught between light and dark, giving readers plenty of moments that are both scary and heart-warming. Fans of fantasy series that focus on a teen heroine juggling personal loyalty and huge magical responsibilities will find a lot to love, especially if they enjoyed the mix of danger and humor in books like The Girl Who Drank the Moon. While the book's 100-k-word length might look daunting, the pacing pulls you forward, and the vivid world-building makes the extra pages feel worthwhile. Parents will want to note that there are some intense, dark-magic scenes and a few emotional confrontations, but the overall tone stays thoughtful and emphasizes courage, sacrifice, and the power of family bonds.