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Kringle

Tony Abbott (2005)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age8
Goodreads3.82

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Protagonist archetypes

Chosen OneReluctant Hero

Synopsis

In the fifth century A.D., as order retreats from Britain with the departing Roman Army, orphaned, twelve-year-old Kringle determines to rescue his beloved guardian from the evil goblins who terrorize the countryside by kidnapping and enslaving humans and, in the process, with the help of elves and others along the way, discovers his true destiny.

Is Kringle appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

A middle grade fantasy adventure with goblins terrorizing and enslaving humans. Contains fantasy peril and moderate action violence appropriate for the age group, with themes of courage and destiny.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include slavery, kidnapping, and death of parent (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Kids will enjoy following a brave orphan on an epic quest to rescue his guardian from evil goblins, with the help of elves and magic.

Tags

Historical FantasyOrigin StoryAdventure FantasyHoliday Fantasy