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"An acerbic animal fantasy, written with a political insight which makes it reminiscent of Animal Farm. The Owl of Enterprise Wood feels forced to form some kind of coalition with the power-hungry Mink as they struggle against the growing threat from the humans. "
Is Mink! appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This political animal fantasy contains moderate violence as woodland creatures struggle against human encroachment and form morally complex alliances. The allegorical nature involves political manipulation and ethical compromises reminiscent of Animal Farm.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and political violence.
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Who'll love this
Readers who enjoyed Animal Farm will appreciate this sharp political allegory about woodland animals forming unlikely alliances against human threats.