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Anatopsis

Chris Abouzeid (2006)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age10+
Goodreads3.47

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen OneReluctant Hero

Synopsis

In the realm from which the Greek gods ruled the universe thousands of years ago, the immortal witch Anatopsis uncovers the true objectives of her demi-god tutor Mr. Pound and attempts to prevent him from carrying out his evil plans. "[Immortal Princess Anatopsis's new tutor, the demi-god Mr. Pound, is searching for a relic that grants unlimited power to its bearer. It is up to Ana--with the help of a surprising gift, a rebel mortal army, a shockingly powerful metal, and the last dog in the Universe--to stop his evil plan in this fantasy, influenced by Greek mythology]"--Provided by publisher.

Is Anatopsis appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This Greek mythology-inspired fantasy features magical battles and a quest to prevent a demi-god's evil plan, with moderate fantasy violence and peril suitable for middle grade readers. The immortal princess protagonist teams with mortal rebels to save the universe.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include animal death, violence, and deception.

Who'll love this

Kids who love Greek mythology will enjoy following an immortal princess as she teams up with rebels and the last dog in the universe to stop her evil tutor from gaining ultimate power.

Tags

Mythological FantasyAdventure FantasyMiddle Grade FantasyComing of Age