Age rating and parents' guide:The Serpent's Secret
by Sayantani DasGupta
Ages 9–11
The Serpent's Secret by Sayantani DasGupta is best for children aged 9–11. It has moderate violence, some scary moments, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Monster battles.
On her twelfth birthday, Kiranmala thinks she is an ordinary sixth-grader from New Jersey. That changes when a demon trashes her home, her parents disappear into another dimension, and two prince-like strangers arrive to whisk her away. Kiran soon learns that her parents' tall tales of Bengali folktales are actually real—and she is a secret princess. Fast-paced, witty, and packed with fearsome creatures and clever riddles, this magical adventure offers an exciting journey filled with humor and cultural richness.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Moderate
- Scary moments
- Moderate
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Monster battles
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Novel
- Part of the Kiranmala series
- A steady start that picks up quickly
- Mostly text
- Some emotionally heavy moments
- A good pick for reluctant readers
- Indian author, setting or story
Great for kids who like
- Fantasy & Magic
- Mystery & Detective
- Action & Adventure
Reading mood
- Adventurous
- Mysterious
- Imaginative
Good to talk about
- Indian heritage
- Fantasy & Magic
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