![]() The romance is slow-building, given the circumstances, but once Mariko's truth is revealed, it's rather fast and furious (neither character is a "maid," and there is one love scene). ![]() As in Mulan, there's a romance that blossoms from a banter-filled friendship. The story contains a good bit of samurai sword and knife violence (as well as an unforgettable act of ritual suicide) and peril that kills/injures supporting characters. But Mariko's reasons for passing herself off as male are as much about uncovering the truth and self-protection as they are about helping her family. Set in feudal Japan, it's a twist on the Mulan tale (popularized by the Disney movie). Parents need to know that Flame in the Mist is the first in a historical fantasy duology from best-selling The Wrath & the Dawnauthor Renée Ahdieh. Characters drug or poison other characters with their tea or alcohol.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. ![]() A few scenes of characters drinking sake and other Japanese liquor. ![]()
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