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. She stood over the now-motionless guard and poked the body with her toe. 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. Her victim slumped forward before they knew she was there, the sleeping agent taking hold immediately. She aimed and released the dart with a flick of her wrist. Years of training were contained in her grip.
Miko pulled a dart from inside her tunic and held it between the pads of her front paw. A collar hung from Miko’s neck with a single, golden charm in the center-a memory to her mother. Her ninja outfit hung comfortably on her frame, loose enough to allow freedom of movement and tight enough not to be bulky. 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.
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“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. I especially enjoyed the contrasting themes of friendship and betrayal. The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows engages the reader with suspense, deep emotion, and believable conflict. 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. When the mission fails, a delicious cat-and-mouse banter arises between Miko and her agent, Sukoshi. 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. The Cat Ninja and a Cabal of Shadows has lessons to share with those who will listen. 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 is a fun-filled, mysterious adventure for young readers.
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