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Owlflight

Mercedes Lackey;Larry Dixon (1997)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesDarian's Tale #1
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads4.04

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Synopsis

The Owl Mage Trilogy Book 1 Apprenticed to a venerable wizard when his hunter and trapper parents disappear into the forest never to be seen again, Darian is difficult and strong willed--much to the dismay of his kindly master. But a sudden twist of fate will change his life forever, when the ransacking of his village forces him to flee into the great mystical forest. It is here in the dark forest that he meets his destiny, as the terrifying and mysterious Hawkpeople lead him on the path to maturity. Now they must lead the assault on his besieged home in a desperate attempt to save his people from certain death!

Is Owlflight appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

A coming-of-age fantasy about a rebellious apprentice who must find his place after his village is destroyed. Contains fantasy violence (village ransacking, battle scenes) but not graphic; strong themes of loss and displacement.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, violence, and abandonment.

Who'll love this

Readers who love magical forests, discovering hidden cultures, and animal companion bonds will enjoy Darian's journey from difficult apprentice to hero.

Tags

Adventure FantasyAnimal CompanionsMagic Academy