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Empire of bones

Nathan D. Wilson (2013)

SubgenreParanormal Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG-13
Pages439 (Chunky (400-600))
Setting
CSM age12
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeath

Positive tags

AdventureSibling BondFound FamilyQuest

Hero archetypes

Reluctant HeroOrphan

Heroine archetypes

Reluctant HeroineOrphan

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersComing-of-Age Protagonist

Tropes

Hidden InheritanceSecret SocietyRace Against TimeNecromancyAncient Evil ReturnsFish out of WaterReluctant HeroSibling Bond

Themes

Coming of AgeFamily BondsLegacy and InheritanceGood vs EvilSurvivalIdentityDuty and Responsibility

Synopsis

"Hunted and on the run, Cyrus and Antigone Smith race to find the inheritance left to them by their benefactor, Billy Bones, before rampaging transmortals can descend on Ashtown and free their buried brothers"--

Is Empire of bones appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 12 and up.

This middle grade fantasy adventure features supernatural creatures (transmortals), chase sequences, and action violence appropriate for the age group. Siblings face dangerous enemies while uncovering family secrets and legacy.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Fast-paced adventure with siblings racing to solve mysteries left by their mysterious benefactor while battling supernatural enemies and discovering hidden powers.

Tags

Adventure FantasySecret SocietyHistorical FantasyUrban Fantasy Elements