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The Serpent's Secret

Sayantani DasGupta
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The Serpent's Secret

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

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Sayantani DasGupta

The Serpent's Secret

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

351

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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Super Short Summary

The Serpent's Secret by Sayantani DasGupta follows a young girl named Kiranmala who discovers she is a princess from another dimension. On her twelfth birthday, she faces a new reality as she embarks on a thrilling adventure involving demons, mythical creatures, and a quest to rescue her kidnapped parents, all while uncovering her true heritage and identity.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Humorous

Exciting

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.3

6,515 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Serpent's Secret by Sayantani DasGupta is praised for its engaging blend of Indian mythology and adventure, capturing readers with a strong, witty protagonist. The humorous and fast-paced narrative appeals to young audiences, although some find the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it's a well-received fantasy tale that enchants its readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Serpent's Secret?

A reader who enjoys The Serpent's Secret by Sayantani DasGupta likely appreciates middle-grade fantasy with a strong, witty heroine and Indian mythology. Fans of Percy Jackson & the Olympians by Rick Riordan and Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi would find this engaging and culturally rich adventure appealing.

4.3

6,515 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

351

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New Jersey • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

Lexile Level

730L

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