content: Heart of a Jaguar is a superb book for young adults. Though there is some blood and fighting explained in great detail, it is a tale of great interest. This book explains about a boy, Balam and his hardships. Balam, a descendent of the Maya, has trouble finding his place in his village. He is not a boy, but not yet a man. His village, along with many others is experiancing a great drought.Over all, Heart of a Jaguar is an extrodinary tale of a boy who is asked to make the biggest desion of his life. This novel is geared for young adults, and contains some mature material and violence.