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Redwall

Brian Jacques (1986)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages352 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age8
Goodreads4.15/5 (130494)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

When the peaceful life of ancient Redwall Abbey is shattered by the arrival of the evil rat Cluny and his villainous hordes, Matthias, a young mouse, determines to find the legendary sword of Martin the Warrior which, he is convinced, will help Redwall's inhabitants destroy the enemy.

Is Redwall appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

Parents should know this contains animal-on-animal warfare with battle violence, death, and peril throughout, though descriptions are not graphic. Themes of courage, sacrifice, and protecting one's home are central.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Young readers will love the brave mouse hero on an epic quest to save his abbey from an evil rat warlord, with swords, battles, and a legendary warrior's legacy.

Tags

Animal FantasyChildren'sMiddle GradeAdventure