Book description
Kiki Kallira is more of a worrier than a warrior - but today she will learn to be a hero. The mythical beasts she loves to draw have come to life, and she is the only one who can defeat them. A middle-grade fantasy inspired by Hindu legends about anxiety,…
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2 authors picked Kiki Kallira Breaks a Kingdom as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Kiki manages her anxiety by drawing stories featuring her family ancestors, but when her sketchbook becomes a doorway into the world of Indian mythology, she’s dropped into a fight between a Hindu Goddess and a Demon King trying to escape into the real world.
I love stories featuring kids who doubt themselves, but who learn they are strong and capable. Any kid struggling with anxiety will surely see themselves in Kiki. The adventure is fantastic, Mandanna’s writing is lovely, and Kiki and her friends are all easy to care about. Whether readers are new to Indian mythology, or they’ve already…
From Gabrielle's list on mythology-inspired middle grade fantasy.
This book has all the best parts of a middle-grade fantasy, with mythological gods and monsters appearing in a contemporary world. I love that Kiki comes from a long, extended family with meddling aunties that I can definitely relate to. Sangu Mandanna’s inspiration of her own culture comes to life when Kiki travels into a world where characters she only knows from mythological stories actually exist and she has to battle her own demons. A really exciting fantasy adventure story that will appeal to all ages.
From Van's list on on or with elements of Asian mythology.
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