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Doughnut

Tom Holt (2012)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG
Pages379 (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.62/5 (3033)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

Death

Hero archetypes

Fish out of Water

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

Finding himself without a job, a wife, or money, Theo Bernstein's luck changes when a recently deceased friend leaves him the contents of his safety deposit box and sends Theo on a journey that will rewrite the laws of physics.

Is Doughnut appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This comedic fantasy novel features a down-on-his-luck protagonist who discovers physics-bending secrets left by a deceased friend. Expect mild peril, absurdist humor, and scientific/metaphysical concepts rather than violence or mature content.

What to know going in

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

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 13+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy the mind-bending adventure of a guy whose life completely changes when he inherits mysterious items that can rewrite reality itself.

Tags

Comedic FantasyScience FantasyMetaphysical FantasyHumorous SF