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Synopsis
Courage and loyalty win out over brute power as Coriko and Pippa save themselves and other enslaved children from the oppression of the wearers of the Mask. Forced to mine the sands of Grassland under the glare of dark-masked Spears, all the Diggers want is to escape - but even saying that word can bring a beating ... or worse. Yet six friends secretly vow to run away from slavery and find the freedom that was stolen from them long ago.
Is Escape the Mask appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Children are enslaved as miners and face physical punishment including beatings. Violence is present but not graphically described, appropriate for middle grade readers who can handle serious themes.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include child abuse, slavery, and captivity (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Six enslaved kids secretly plot a daring escape from their cruel captors in this exciting adventure about courage and friendship.