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The Astounding, the Amazing, and the Unknown

Paul Malmont (2011)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age15
Goodreads3.64

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

WarViolence

Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastHistorical Figures

Synopsis

A sequel to "The Chinatown Death Cloud Peril" finds Isaac Asimov, Robert Heinlein, and their literary associates confronting a powerful adversary who threatens to tip the balance of power during World War II.

Is The Astounding, the Amazing, and the Unknown appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 15 and up.

This historical fantasy featuring famous science fiction writers during WWII contains moderate wartime violence and peril appropriate for mature teens. The blend of real historical figures with fantastical elements may appeal to readers interested in both history and speculative fiction.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include war and violence.

Publisher age: Adult·Our content rating: 15+

Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.

Who'll love this

Readers who love WWII history and classic science fiction will enjoy seeing famous authors like Asimov and Heinlein as action heroes facing a supernatural threat.

Tags

Historical FantasyAlternate HistoryWar FictionLiterary Fiction