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ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone
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Synopsis
Chosen to become one of a group of civil and religious leaders ruling the land of Green-Sky, thirteen-year-old Raamo's experiences make him question their teachings and lead him to uncover age-old deceptions.
Is Below the Root appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A thoughtful middle grade fantasy about a boy chosen for leadership who begins questioning the society's foundational teachings. Contains mild tension and themes of systemic deception, but no violence, romance, or mature content.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include deception and manipulation.
Who'll love this
Readers will enjoy following Raamo as he uncovers long-hidden secrets about his seemingly perfect world and must decide what to do with dangerous truth.
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Science FantasyDystopian ElementsSocial Commentary