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Synopsis
Seeking refuge in fantasy novel worlds throughout a youth under the shadow of a dubiously sane half-brother who dabbled in magic, Mori Phelps is forced to confront her mother in a tragic battle and gains unwanted attention when she attempts to perform spells herself.
Is Among Others appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
A literary fantasy about a teen who uses books and magic to cope with family trauma and the death of her twin sister. Contains themes of mental illness, family dysfunction, and a tragic magical confrontation with consequences.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include child abuse, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens who love fantasy books will relate to a protagonist who finds refuge in reading while dealing with real-world struggles and discovering actual magic.