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Set in an exotic Eastern landscape peopled by magicians and fantastic talking animals, this classic children's novel inhabits the same imaginative space as *The Lord of the Rings*, *The Alchemist*, and *The Wizard of Oz*. In this captivating work of fantasy, Haroun sets out on an adventure to restore the poisoned source of the sea of stories. On the way, he encounters many foes, all intent on draining the sea of all its storytelling powers.
Is Haroun and the Sea of Stories appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A whimsical, allegorical middle-grade fantasy about saving the power of storytelling from those who would silence it. Contains mild fantasy peril and adventure but no concerning content.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the magical talking animals, the imaginative world-building, and Haroun's adventure to save stories themselves from being destroyed.