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The Iron Woman has come to take revenge on mankind for its thoughtless polluting of the sea, lakes and rivers, and Lucy wants to help save the the water creatures too. But she also wants to save her Dad and the other men of the town from destruction.
Quick Summary
A furious water goddess rises from the depths to destroy humanity for poisoning the oceans, and only a young girl named Lucy stands between wrathful nature and her own polluting father. Kids will devour this book because it blends the terrifying power of a mythical creature with a real moral dilemma, as Lucy must somehow calm the Iron Woman's rage while trying to save the very men who ruined the water she came to avenge. If your kid loves "The Iron Giant" or Roald Dahl's environmental tales, they'll be hooked on this poetic nightmare about pollution meeting its match. This book is perfect for kids aged 9-12 in grades 4-7 who enjoy stories about environmental justice and mythical creatures.