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Black Heart

Holly Black (2012)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Curse Workers #3
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads4.05
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

Death of ParentFamily SecretsViolence

Positive tags

AdventureSibling BondFound FamilyQuest

Hero archetypes

Pirate

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersComing-of-Age Protagonist

Tropes

Lost CivilizationSibling ProtagonistsReunited with ParentPiratesFellowshipFinal BookQuest

Themes

Family SecretsIdentitySibling BondComing of AgeLoss and ReunionGood vs Evil

Synopsis

While Connor and the Pirate Federation attempt to stop a new ship of vampirates, his twin sister Grace and their long-lost mother Sally reunite, and Sally reveals some news that is devastating for the twins.

Is Black Heart appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This middle grade fantasy adventure features twin siblings facing pirates and vampirates while dealing with a devastating family revelation. Expect moderate action/adventure violence typical of the age group.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, family secrets, and violence.

Who'll love this

Twins Connor and Grace face pirates, vampires, and shocking family secrets in this action-packed finale.

Tags

Adventure FantasyPirate FantasyUrban Fantasy ElementsSeries Finale