Snakecharm

Snakecharm by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes, published by Random House Children’s Books in June 2006, is a reprint edition featuring 176 pages in English. This narrative follows Zane Cobriana, a cobra shapeshifter, who enjoys a peaceful life with his hawk pair bond, Danica. As they prepare for the arrival of their child, their happiness is overshadowed by the arrival of Syfka, an ancient falcon who brings unsettling news and challenges their union.
Readers will find a story rich in fantasy and adventure, exploring themes of legacy and identity within the context of young adult fiction. The tension escalates as Zane and Danica confront the prejudices of their respective peoples and the implications of their mixed-blood child. The plot delves into the complexities of their intertwined histories and the potential for conflict, making for a compelling exploration of loyalty and heritage.
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ZANE COBRIANA, COBRA shapeshifter, thanks the gods every day for Danica, his hawk pair bond, and the peace their union has brought to the avian and serpiente. Soon, Danica will have a child to carry on their royal line. But what should be a happy time is riddled with doubt.
Syfka, an ancient falcon, has arrived from Ahnmik claiming that one of her people is hidden in their midst. The falcons are more powerful than the avians and serpiente combined, and Syfka shows nothing but contempt for Zane and Danica’s alliance. To Zane’s horror, his own people seem just as appalled as Syfka is by the thought of a mixed-blood child becoming heir to the throne. Is Syfka’s lost falcon just a ruse to stir up controversy among them? The truth lies somewhere in their tangled pasts—and the search will redefine Zane and Danica’s fragile future.
Praise for Hawksong:
“Atwater-Rhodes has created a stunning adventure that draws readers in and leaves them begging for more.”—School Library Journal, Starred
“Atwater-Rhodes takes a break from vampires to create two warring clans . . . [with] impressively complex cultures.”—Publishers Weekly
A VOYA Best Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror List selection
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