The Heart Forger: The Bone Witch
#2 of 3 in The Bone Witch Series
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What’s inside...
In The Bone Witch, Tea has mastered resurrection and is seeking vengeance. A powerful bone witch, Tea can resurrect the dead and now she's ready to command the mighty daeva to exact revenge on the royals who wronged her. However, others want to use her dark powers for their own purposes, and with war brewing and dark magic at play, no one is safe. A sequel that builds in both thrills and enchantment.
Character compass
Tea
Kance
Kalen
Fox
Inessa
Likh
Mykaela
Aenah
Discussion points
How do you think Tea felt when she discovered her powers? Can you relate to her experience of discovering something new about yourself?
What do you think about the idea of responsibilities that come with power? What responsibilities do you have when you're given a task or a new privilege?
How do the relationships between the characters in the book change over time? Can you share an example from your own life where your relationship with someone changed?
What lessons do you think Tea learned throughout her journey? What were some of your key takeaways from her experiences?
If you had the ability to bring back people from the dead like Tea, how would you use that power?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage empathy by asking your child how they would feel in Tea's situations, helping them connect personally with her character.
Discuss the moral dilemmas presented in the book to enhance critical thinking. Ask your child what they would do in similar situations.
Highlight the relationships between characters to explore themes of loyalty, friendship, and betrayal. Discuss with your child the importance of trust and honesty in relationships.
Focus on the problem-solving aspects of the story, prompting your child to consider how they would handle similar challenges.
Use Tea’s learning and growth in the story to parallel your child’s personal growth, discussing real-life applications of the lessons learned.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of responsibility
Explanation: In the book, the protagonist, Tea, takes on the heavy responsibility of wielding magic in a world where it can have severe consequences. Her journey highlights the burdens and consequences of having power.
Real-World Application: This lesson can teach children the importance of being responsible in their actions and the impact they can have on others, encouraging them to think about the consequences before acting.
Example Lesson: The value of resilience
Explanation: Throughout the story, Tea faces numerous challenges and setbacks but consistently demonstrates resilience by pushing forward and not giving up on her goals.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to emulate Tea's resilience in their everyday struggles, whether it’s dealing with academic challenges or social and familial issues.
Example Lesson: Understanding and managing emotions
Explanation: Tea’s emotional journey in mastering her magical abilities also parallels managing strong emotions. She learns to control her powers just as one would learn to control their feelings.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of emotional regulation and offer strategies for managing their emotions effectively.
Example Lesson: The impact of ethical decision-making
Explanation: The narrative emphasizes the moral dilemmas that Tea faces, illustrating the complexity of right and wrong and the importance of making ethical decisions.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to reflect on their own decision-making processes and consider the ethical implications of their actions in real life.
Example Lesson: Building and maintaining relationships
Explanation: Tea’s interactions with other characters in the story underscore the importance of building trust and cooperation, and the effects that relationships have on personal and communal growth.
Real-World Application: This lesson can encourage children to invest in their relationships, understand the value of teamwork, and navigate social interactions more thoughtfully.