Tristan Strong Keeps Punching

In this third installment of the Tristan Strong series, twelve-year-old Tristan finds himself in New Orleans for a family reunion, but his plans are quickly derailed by the reappearance of his archenemy, King Cotton. A new character, Seraphine, emerges with a mission for Tristan, leading him into a final, epic battle. The story masterfully weaves together West African mythology, African American folklore, and a contemporary setting, offering a rich cultural tapestry alongside thrilling adventure. It's a journey of courage, identity, and the power of heritage, perfect for middle-grade readers aged 10-14 who enjoy action-packed fantasy with depth.

The Strong family is having a reunion in New Orleans, and twelve-year-old Tristan is supposed to be keeping an eye on his younger cousin Terrance when several things happen at once: he sees his archenemy, King Cotton, and a mysterious girl grabs his magic cellphone--her name is Seraphine, and she seems to know everything about Tristan and the god Anansi (currently inhabiting the cellphone), and she has a mission for Tristan, one that is going lead to a final confrontation with haint King Cotton.