Rise of the Halfling King: (Tales of the Feathered Serpent #1)

In the first of a graphic novel series based on ancient Mesoamerican sagas, a magical boy from Maya legend takes on a giant snake, a power-hungry king, and three impossible tests.

Sayam has always been different from other kids--he's very short for his age, his best friend is a monkey, and most curious of all: he was born from an egg! His grandmother, a witch, found him and taught him all the ancient magic she uses to help her people. So when a giant snake starts terrorizing a nearby city, Sayam decides it's time for him to use his knowledge to help others, and steps into action.

But the beast might not be Sayam's biggest problem: the ruthless King Kinich Kak Ek sees Sayam as a threat to his throne. Prophecy declares that whoever succeeds at three impossible tests will be king. Monstrous snakes and impossible tests are a lot for a boy to handle, but Sayam is brave and has a loyal monkey, a wise grandmother, and magical knowledge on his side! Can Sayam outsmart the king and bring peace to the land?

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Cinco Puntos Press
Published: 11/03/2020
ISBN: 9781947627376
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 10.40h x 6.80w x 0.40d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2020
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2020
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2020 pg. 51
School Library Journal 09/01/2020 pg. 83
Publishers Weekly 09/14/2020
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2020 pg. 117
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2020 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 513275 / Rise of the Halfling King
Reading Level: 3.3 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 0.5