Leopards' Gold

Reach for this book when your child is grappling with the sting of a peer betrayal or the complicated dynamics of a large group where loyalties feel tested. It is a sophisticated fantasy that moves beyond simple heroics to explore the heavy weight of suspicion and the courage required to protect one's family from internal and external threats. Following Petrello and Tolomeo as they hunt for a traitor among their own nine siblings, the story serves as a mirror for the intense emotions children feel when they realize that not everyone they love is necessarily looking out for them. It is ideal for 8 to 12 year olds who enjoy high stakes magic and stories where character integrity is just as important as the spells they cast. Parents will appreciate how it frames loyalty not just as a feeling, but as an active choice in the face of fear.