About This Book
Blade of Secrets introduces Keralie Corvan, a gifted teenage blacksmith whose severe social anxiety makes interacting with others a challenge. When she forges a magical sword of unprecedented power, she finds herself hunted by dangerous forces seeking to control it. Keralie is forced to abandon her quiet life and embark on a perilous journey, confronting not only external threats but also her own deep-seated fears and anxieties. This young adult fantasy explores themes of self-acceptance, courage, and the responsibility that comes with great power, all wrapped in an exciting, fast-paced adventure suitable for readers aged 12-18.
In The Secret Blade, the first book in Tricia Levenseller's exciting new YA fantasy duology, a teenage blacksmith with social anxiety is forced to go on the run to protect the world from the most powerful magical sword she's ever made.
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Discussion Prompts
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How does Keralie's social anxiety affect her decisions and interactions?
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What does this book teach us about the responsibility that comes with creating something powerful?
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How does Keralie show bravery even when she's afraid?
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If you could forge any magical item, what would it be and why?
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What are some ways Keralie could have handled her social anxiety differently, or what support might she have needed?
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NYT Bestseller
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