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Synopsis
An evil Magus is intent on turning London into gold. Only a boy and his quick wits stand between the Magus and his goal Jeanette Winterson at her most inventive, lyrical, imaginative and brilliant Jack is the chosen one, the Radiant Boy the Magus needs in order to perfect the alchemy that will transform London of the 1600s into a golden city. But Jack isn't the kind of boy who will do what he is told by an evil genius, and he is soon involved in an epic and nail-biting adventure, featuring dragons, knights and Queen Elizabeth I, as he battles to save London.
Is The Battle of the Sun appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Parents should know this adventure fantasy features battles with an evil magician, dragons, and knights with moderate action violence appropriate for middle grade readers. The protagonist uses wit and courage to save London.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include violence.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the fast-paced adventure featuring dragons, knights, Queen Elizabeth I, and a clever boy outsmarting an evil wizard in historical London.