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A Wizard's Wings

T. A. Barron (2000)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages352 (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads4.11/5 (8339)
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

ViolenceCaptivity

Positive tags

Coming of AgeMentor FigureQuestSelf-DiscoveryHopeful Ending

Hero archetypes

Chosen OneComing-of-Age HeroWizard / Mage

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen OneComing-of-Age Protagonist

Tropes

Chosen OneComing of AgeQuestMentor FigureAncient Evil ReturnsHidden IdentityProphecyFellowshipSoft Magic System

Themes

DestinyIdentityGood vs EvilComing of AgeCourageHome and BelongingPower and Responsibility

Synopsis

Merlin's fragile home on the isle of Fincayra is threatened by the attack of a mysterious warrior with swords for arms and by the escape of Stangmar from his imprisonment, as Merlin continues to move toward his ultimate destiny.

Is A Wizard's Wings appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Middle grade fantasy with action-oriented peril including a warrior with sword arms and battles, but no graphic violence or mature content. Suitable for young readers who enjoy adventure and mythology.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include captivity and violence.

Who'll love this

Young readers will love following Merlin's magical adventures as he faces dangerous enemies and discovers his destiny.

Tags

Arthurian LegendCeltic FantasyAdventure Fantasy