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Synopsis
Seventy-year-old Sir Magnus, grandfather of a family of life-size rag dolls living in a house in England and pretending to be human, has a premonition that all of them will soon die and that they will return to being lifeless and useless.
Is Mennyms Alone appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This middle grade fantasy deals with mature themes of mortality and existential fear as a family of sentient rag dolls faces the possibility of losing their consciousness and returning to lifelessness. The emotional weight is substantial but handled gently.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death, grief, and anxiety.
Who'll love this
Readers will be captivated by the unique premise of a family of living rag dolls who must keep their secret while grappling with deep questions about life and death.