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Above the veil

Garth Nix (2001)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages248 (Quick Read (<250))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10
Goodreads3.92/5 (6122)
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Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Positive tags

AdventureQuestFound FamilyFriendshipSelf-Discovery

Hero archetypes

Chosen OneQuest Hero

Heroine archetypes

Warrior

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersQuest

Tropes

QuestHidden IdentityRebellionFound FamilyCastle IntrigueSecret SocietyUnlikely AlliesMystery

Themes

Truth and DeceptionClass StruggleConspiracyLoyaltyDiscoveryRebellion Against Authority

Synopsis

"Tal and Milla are no longer alone in their quest for the truth about their world. They have been joined by Crow, a rebel Underfolk, and his band of conspirators. They know many secrets about the Castle -- and are on the verge of uncovering the greatest secret of all."

Is Above the veil appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This middle grade fantasy features a quest narrative with mild peril and adventure suitable for younger readers. No romance, strong language, or inappropriate content.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Readers will enjoy the mystery, castle intrigue, and two heroes working with rebels to uncover dangerous secrets about their world.

Tags

Adventure FantasyMysteryQuest Fantasy