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Goliath

Scott Westerfeld (2011)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Leviathan Trilogy #3
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads4.22

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeception

Heroine archetypes

Disguised Heroine

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersFish out of Water

Synopsis

The tension thickens as the Leviathan steams toward New York City with a homicidal lunatic on board: secrets suddenly unravel, characters reappear, and nothing is as it seems in this thunderous conclusion to Scott Westerfeld's brilliant trilogy.

Is Goliath appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

This alternate-history WWI finale features action violence, steampunk war machines, and a 'homicidal lunatic' antagonist with tense dramatic revelations. No sexual content or strong language; appropriate for teens interested in military adventure.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love steampunk, alternate history, and high-stakes adventure will be riveted by the secrets, betrayals, and explosive finale aboard the living airship Leviathan.

Tags

SteampunkAlternate HistoryDieselpunkHistorical Fantasy