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Synopsis
At age fourteen, Ted Merritt is eager to replace his imaginary friend, a bacon-loving pirate, with real friends but soon he is led from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, into a world of discarded "abstract companions" who are intent on wreaking vengeance on the human race.
Is Scurvy Goonda appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Parents should know this book deals with imaginary friends seeking revenge on humanity, which involves moderate fantasy violence. The story explores themes of growing up, abandonment, and the consequences of discarding childhood companions.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and abandonment.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy this creative adventure about a boy pulled into a world where discarded imaginary friends plot revenge, blending humor with darker fantasy themes.