The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows is a fun-filled, mysterious adventure for young readers.Matthew Cody is the author of several popular books, including the award-winning Supers of Noble’s Green trilogy: Powerless, Super, and Villainous. Its classic plot of childhood trauma turned revenge mission is exciting, yet it delivers so much more than just furry entertainment. The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows has lessons to share with those who will listen. In his delightful writing style, Erik DeLeo immediately plunges the reader into the darkness of a covert mission that is being executed by none other than Miko – the cat ninja. When the mission fails, a delicious cat-and-mouse banter arises between Miko and her agent, Sukoshi. I love the quip and humour carried out between ornery Miko and peppy Sukoshi, and the chemistry between them continues to entertain to the end.īut there’s more. The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows engages the reader with suspense, deep emotion, and believable conflict. I especially enjoyed the contrasting themes of friendship and betrayal. There is fighting, but nothing graphic.“Startled, Miko jumped straight into the air, spouting a slew of foul language.”) There are references to foul language, but nothing is explicitly stated.The main character wears an omamori (a Japanese amulet or good luck charm), visits a temple, and makes passing references to praying to her ancestors and mother.I would recommend The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows for ages 8 and up, with the understanding that their parents are aware of the following content: It is a beautiful story about family, loss, love, anger, faithfulness, respect, and dealing with the past.įrom the perspective of a reviewer who holds a Christian worldview, I believe that the good in this book far outweighs the questionable. *** Thank you to for this free ebook in exchange for my honest review.*** Reviewed by The planet is perfect in its imperfection.” In the wise words of Kobayashi, Miko’s sensei: “I am not perfect. Miko was a ninja, through-and through, a living weapon with black fur and golden eyes.Īfter scaling the outer perimeter, she had dropped herself to the interior grounds without a sound. Her ninja outfit hung comfortably on her frame, loose enough to allow freedom of movement and tight enough not to be bulky. A collar hung from Miko’s neck with a single, golden charm in the center-a memory to her mother. Miko pulled a dart from inside her tunic and held it between the pads of her front paw. Years of training were contained in her grip. She aimed and released the dart with a flick of her wrist. Her victim slumped forward before they knew she was there, the sleeping agent taking hold immediately. Miko pulled herself away from the wall and advanced slowly, reaching over her shoulder to draw her sword from the scabbard lashed across her back. She stood over the now-motionless guard and poked the body with her toe. The dog didn’t move.Īmai Fukushu as the name of her sword it meant “sweet revenge.” Most thought it was a katana but technically it was a kobachi-a shorter sword more suited to a cat. It was forged to great sharpness, made by a grandmaster using the seven layers technique. What did that mean? That there was no blade in Kyoto as deadly. It was a perfect scenario for Miko-a simple mission with a clear goal. She wasn’t much for complexity: get in, steal the item, leave, get paid.
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