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Rowan and the Zebak

Emily Rodda (1999)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesRowan of Rin #4
Setting
CSM age8
Goodreads3.95

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

After a flying lizard carries off his little sister, Rowan of Rin and three companions are guided by a rhyming riddle on a journey to the land of their old enemy, the Zebak, in order to rescue her. In Rowan's newest adventure, the fourth book in the popular fantasy series, the dreaded Zebak nation closes in on the gentle people of Rin. The Zebak have monsters to carry out their missions, and revenge in their hearts. When Rowan's sister is taken deep into Zebak country, Rowan undertakes a dangerous journey to rescue her. He must save his sister -- and all their people -- from this terrible menace. A fast-paced fantasy adventure!

Is Rowan and the Zebak appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 8 and up.

This middle grade fantasy features mild peril and adventure violence as Rowan rescues his kidnapped sister from an enemy nation with monsters. The story focuses on courage, family bonds, and overcoming fear, appropriate for children ready for mild adventure tension.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Kids will love following Rowan on this exciting rescue quest with riddles, monsters, and a brave mission to save his little sister from danger.

Tags

Middle Grade AdventureQuest FantasyChildren's Series