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Museum of thieves (The Keepers #1)

Lian Tanner (2010)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Keepers #1
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.92/5 (6386)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

Captivity

Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Synopsis

Goldie, an impulsive and bold twelve-year-old, escapes the oppressive city of Jewel, where children are required to wear guardchains for their protection, and finds refuge in the extraordinary Museum of Dunt, an ever-shifting world where she discovers a useful talent for thievery and mysterious secrets that threaten her city and everyone she loves.

Is Museum of thieves (The Keepers #1) appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Children escape an oppressive society where they're kept on literal chains 'for their safety.' Mild adventure peril and themes of authority vs freedom, but age-appropriate for middle grade readers.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include captivity.

Who'll love this

A brave girl discovers a magical, ever-changing museum and learns to be a thief while uncovering secrets that could save her city.

Tags

HeistMysteryAdventure