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Die Wellenläufer

Kai Meyer (2003)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages336 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10
Goodreads3.96/5 (3406)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

Violence

Synopsis

In a place similar to the 1706 Caribbean, two fourteen-year-old "polliwogs"--humans who can walk on water--rely on a mysterious figure known as the Ghost Trader and a band of pirates to help them escape from the evil that is chasing them.

Is Die Wellenläufer appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This middle grade fantasy adventure features two teens with magical abilities being pursued by evil forces, with mild action violence typical of the genre. Pirates and a mysterious mentor help them on their quest in a Caribbean-inspired setting.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Kids will love the exciting idea of being able to walk on water and the thrilling pirate adventure with mysterious magical powers.

Tags

Historical FantasyPiratesAdventureCaribbean Setting