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House of secrets

Chris Columbus (2013)

SubgenreParanormal Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages528 (Chunky (400-600))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10
Goodreads3.82/5 (13851)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

When Brendan, Cordelia and Nell move to Kristoff House they have no idea that they are about to unleash the dark magic locked within. For the house once belonged to a crazed writer, whos stories have come to life. Literally. Now the Walker kids must battle against deadly pirates, bloodthirsty warriors and a bone-crushing giant. If they fail they will never see their parents again and a power-mad witch will take over the world.

Is House of secrets appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Sibling protagonists battle deadly pirates, warriors, and a giant in a fantasy world brought to life by a writer's dark magic. Moderate peril and fantasy violence but age-appropriate for middle grade readers.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include kidnapping, violence, and abandonment.

Who'll love this

Three siblings must fight through dangerous adventures to rescue their parents and stop a witch from taking over the world.

Tags

Adventure FantasyPortal FantasyFamily AdventureLiterary Magic