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Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents Lori M. Lee's middle grade debut about a lonely Hmong girl who discovers she's a powerful shaman warrior in this fantasy inspired by Southeast Asian mythology. "I love the adventures Pahua has in this book. I also love the sense of humor, the clever plotting, and the fantastic cast of characters. But most of all I love Pahua: her courage, her kindness, and her love for family."—Rick Riordan Pahua Moua has a bit of a reputation for being a weirdo. A lonely eleven-year-old Hmong girl with the unique ability to see spirits, she spends her summer days babysitting her little brother and playing with her best friend, a cat spirit no one else can see. One day Pahua accidentally untethers an angry spirit from the haunted bridge in her neighborhood—whoops. When her brother suddenly falls sick and can't be awoken, Pahua fears that the bridge spirit has stolen his soul. She returns to the scene of the crime with her aunt's old shaman tools, hoping to confront the spirit and demand her brother's return. Instead, she summons a demon. Thankfully, a warrior shaman with a bit of an attitude problem shows up at the last minute and saves her butt. With the help of this guide, Pahua will have to find her way through the spirit worlds and rescue her brother's soul before it's too late. Little does she know she'll have her own discoveries to make along the way. . . . With its unforgettable characters, unique nature-based magic system, breathtaking twists and reveals, and climactic boss battle, this story based on Hmong oral tradition offers everything a fantasy lover could want. Complete your middle grade fantasy collection with these best-selling fan favorites:
Rick Riordan Presents Aru Shah and the End of Time by Roshani Chokshi
Rick Riordan Presents Dragon Pearl by Yoon Ha Lee
Rick Riordan Presents The Last Fallen Star by Graci Kim
The Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan
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Street Date:
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Lori M. Lee. (2021). Pahua and the Soul Stealer. Disney Book Group.

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Lori M. Lee. 2021. Pahua and the Soul Stealer. Disney Book Group.

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Lori M. Lee, Pahua and the Soul Stealer. Disney Book Group, 2021.

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Lori M. Lee. Pahua and the Soul Stealer. Disney Book Group, 2021.

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        August 9, 2021
        Inspired by Southeast Asian mythology, this lively middle grade debut follows reserved, empathic Hmong 11-year-old Pahua Moua, who hides her ability to see spirits. Worried about standing out even more in her predominantly white Wisconsin town, Pahua also fears that revealing her abilities will lead to losing her only friend: a talking cat spirit named Miv. When Pahua accidentally unleashes a malevolent bridge spirit that threatens her younger brother’s life, she teams up with strong-willed Zhong, a young Hmong shaman warrior sent by the elders, to seek the lightning ax—a “celestial weapon of the gods” once wielded by “the first and greatest shaman”—in the spirit realm. Lee (Forest of Souls) adroitly develops the friendship between Pahua and Zhong as they bond over their insecurities and complicated familial relationships. Humorous dialogue (“His second cousin is married to Huab Tais Zaj’s nephew’s cousin on his mom’s side”) from the demons and spirits brings a much-needed levity to each challenge that the two girls face. Featuring Hmong representation and action-packed adventure, this high-spirited, emotionally resonant series starter will satisfy any fan of the imprint. Back matter includes a glossary and an author’s note. Ages 8–12. Agent: Suzie Townsend, New Leaf Agency.

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        Gr 4 Up-This action-packed adventure centers Pahua, a Hmong girl who can see nature spirits. Her father abandoned the family, leaving her alone with her mother and little brother. The school bullies, who read as white, make fun of Pahua's food, dress, and language. A new girl finally invites Pahua to hang out at the bridge, and despite feeling negative vibes Pahua agrees to go. At the bridge, Pahua comes into contact with the spirit of a girl that died there. This spirit is angry and attaches itself to Pahua-and her little brother. Pahua borrows some of the shaman gear left by her aunt in her mother's closet and goes to confront the bridge spirit. While there she meets, Zhong, a shaman warrior in training. Zhong, who knows more about evil spirits called poj ntxoog, agrees to assist Pahua in going into the spirit realm to save her little brother. Pahua learns from a friendly spirit that she only has a few days to untether the bridge spirit from her little brother's or he will die. Pahua and Zhong come across many spiritfolk who assist them and tell more folktales, building the rich world out for the reader. The girls even meet some of the Gods and Goddesses themselves. Lee uses Hmong language throughout the story, and readers who are unfamiliar will be able to figure out the meaning using context and the glossary at the end of the book. The prevalent themes of this action-packed novel include friendship, family, and identity. VERDICT This powerful story rooted in Southeast Asian mythology should be on all shelves for teens and tweens to find. Fantasy readers will love Pahua and look forward to her adventures.-Helen Prince, Indian Land H.S., Fort Mill, SC

        Copyright 2021 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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        August 1, 2021
        A Hmong American girl sets out on a quest to save her little brother from an angry spirit. Pahua, the only Asian American in sixth grade at her Wisconsin school, spends most of her time with her little brother, Matt, and Miv, a cat spirit only she can see. Trying to fit in with the other girls at summer school, Pahua ignores her misgivings and follows them to a forbidden bridge in the woods. She quickly learns why it's so dangerous: The ghost of a lost little girl inhabits it--and she is angry. When Pahua accidentally releases her, the ghost attaches herself to Matt, trapping him in the Spirit Realm. Luckily, Zhong, another Hmong girl, is sent by the School for Shamanic Arts and Spiritual Mastery to make sure the bridge spirit ends up on the proper path for reincarnation--a trial to prove that she deserves to complete her training. The two begin a journey to save Matt, equipped only with Pahua's unusual ability to see spirits, Zhong's apprentice training, and Miv. As they encounter tree spirits, dragons, angry Hmong gods, and more, Pahua learns secrets about her family and her past and grapples with what lies at the core of identity. This is a fun adventure through a world inspired by Hmong mythology, full of imagination and featuring characters whose concerns are both modern and timeless. A classic, satisfying adventure tale packed with magical beings. (glossary, author's note) (Fantasy. 8-12)

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        August 1, 2021
        Grades 4-7 Having an invisible talking cat as your best friend gets you branded as strange, but 11-year-old Pahua has been able to see spirits for as long as she can remember. After a new girl at school invites her to hang out, Pahua's chance at friendship goes awry as she accidentally untethers an angry spirit. When the spirit takes her brother's soul, causing him to fall ill, Pahua must undertake an unexpected quest, along with a snotty warrior shaman-in-training, to the spirit realm. Drawing from Hmong stories and blending fantasy with horror, Pahua's hero journey has unexpected friendships and betrayals, meetings with gods, fights with demons, and reincarnated warriors, all while Pahua discovers her unexpected powers and deals with her feelings over the fact that her father has left. Pahua is clever with a bit of snark, giving the story a lot of humor, and while the book is long, the pace is quick, with plenty of adventure and action to keep readers going. Another exciting, mythology-based fantasy for middle-graders.

        COPYRIGHT(2021) Booklist, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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