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The Leopard Behind the Moon
by Mayonn Paasewe-Valchev
adventurous
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Disclaimer: I received a finished copy of this book from the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book: The Leopard Behind The Moon
Author: Mayonn Paasewe-Valchev
Book Series: Standalone
Diversity: African MC and characters
Rating: 4/5
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, fantasy
Genre: MG Fantasy
Publication Date: September 21, 2021
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Pages: 288
Recommended Age: 10+ (some slight violence)
Explanation of CWs: some slight animal violence
Synopsis: There are three important laws in Ezomo’s village: Do not go to The Valley, do not go out at night, and never, ever, ever open the magical door that protects them all. But when Ezomo encounters the leopard believed to have killed his father, he and his two best friends embark on a journey that leads them past the boundaries set by their elders.
With his friends by his side, Ezomo chases after the leopard, certain that it has the power to cure all, and in the process he discovers the true history of his village, and that cautionary tales exist for a reason.
Review: I absolutely loved this read. It was beautiful in world building and the author did amazing to create the atmosphere. I loved the writing and I also loved the characters and how well developed they were for this being a middle grade novel.
The only thing I had some issue with is that the beginning was a bit slow.
Verdict: It was amazing. Highly recommend.
Book: The Leopard Behind The Moon
Author: Mayonn Paasewe-Valchev
Book Series: Standalone
Diversity: African MC and characters
Rating: 4/5
Recommended For...: middle grade readers, fantasy
Genre: MG Fantasy
Publication Date: September 21, 2021
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Pages: 288
Recommended Age: 10+ (some slight violence)
Explanation of CWs: some slight animal violence
Synopsis: There are three important laws in Ezomo’s village: Do not go to The Valley, do not go out at night, and never, ever, ever open the magical door that protects them all. But when Ezomo encounters the leopard believed to have killed his father, he and his two best friends embark on a journey that leads them past the boundaries set by their elders.
With his friends by his side, Ezomo chases after the leopard, certain that it has the power to cure all, and in the process he discovers the true history of his village, and that cautionary tales exist for a reason.
Review: I absolutely loved this read. It was beautiful in world building and the author did amazing to create the atmosphere. I loved the writing and I also loved the characters and how well developed they were for this being a middle grade novel.
The only thing I had some issue with is that the beginning was a bit slow.
Verdict: It was amazing. Highly recommend.