The mysterious coins unleash a strange string of events in Cassidy's life. First she dreams she's destined to defeat evil spirits with the help of an unknown ally. Next, she's plagued by a series of dangerous mishaps. Finally she's attacked by a vicious snake. Cassidy is caught in a terrifying web of confusion until the adorable James Tang explains that she's being haunted by demon ghosts. Could he be the ally her dream foretold? One thing is for sure: Cassidy's world is about to be changed forever!
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Customer Rating: Summary: 'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' meets 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' Comment: It's September 6. While it may seem like an ordinary day for most people, it is anything but ordinary for eighth grader, Cassidy Chen. For today is her fourteenth-birthday. While Cassidy looks no different, she can feel the differences building up in her body - screaming to be released. Suddenly, she feels more powerful, yet, at the same time, more tired than she's ever felt before. She bruises at the slightest touch, and has fallen victim to lifelike dreams featuring demons, and strange creatures that she has never seen before in her life. Cassidy can't seem to put her finger on what is going on around her, yet she feels that her symptoms are being caused by the gift she was given by a mysterious stranger. The gift of five real gold coins, each depicting a different piece of Chinese mythology on their surface, placed softly in a box resembling a small treasure chest. The coins were made out to someone named Mingmei Chen, yet they have come into Cassidy's possession by a man who stepped out of the Seattle fog and drizzle, then quickly disappeared. Cassidy knows that the coins are possessed by some ancestral force, but she finds it difficult to get rid of them. Attempting to discover their true origins, she speaks to her Wing Chun instructor, Master Lau, but still receives no enlightenment regarding the powerful gift. It is only once Cassidy begins to form a friendship with a new, mysterious boy named James Tang, when she starts to realize the power she is in possession of. Suddenly, she realizes that this is no ordinary gift, but a present that will change her life forever, and make her a warrior.
In the fashion of the hit TV show BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, Pamela Walker has called upon Chinese Mythology to bring the tale of a chosen one to light, and help her to fulfill her destiny as a warrior and martial arts master. Cassidy Chen is a refreshing character in the world of tween/teen fiction. Her curiosity creates a wonderful addition to the tale, as it brings her through both Asian and Irish mythology, giving readers the opportunity to learn more about both cultures in an in-depth, yet extremely creative and interesting fashion; while the action scenes that appear quite often are both well-written and engrossing. What really makes DAUGHTER OF LIGHT stand out, however, is the remarkable relationship Cassidy shares with her parents. So many books on the market nowadays depict children and teenagers constantly at war with their parents, but Walker has woven a friendly family atmosphere that illustrates the wonderful bond a daughter can have with her parents. This tightly-knit relationship really provides a lovely backdrop to the other dimensions of the story. BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER meets CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON.
Erika Sorocco
Freelance Reviewer Customer Rating: Summary: Grandmother Loved the Books Comment: The book was purchased for my grandson that is taking martial arts and I thought I will read a few lines to see what interest 13 year olds. After about 5 pages I could not quit reading. It was so interesting that I had to keep going. I did not want the book to end but I knew there were 2 others in the series, so I kept reading. As soon as it was finished, I started the #2 book and was equally enthralled and the same with # 3. So as you might have guessed, I kept the books and bought my grandson his own set. I wish you would tell the author, Ms. Walker to start a sequel or another series. I will be looking for her books in the future.
