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The Book of Suns

Nancy Springer (1977)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesBook of the Isle #
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.99

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Protagonist archetypes

Duo / PartnersChosen One

Synopsis

In the Kingdom of Isle, where the Sun Kings reign with the power of the Book of the Suns, Hal and Alan are given a mission. They must use the ancient strength of wisdom to destroy the evil that plagues the kingdom. The two blood brothers venture throughout the land fighting the many forms that this evil takes so they can arrive at their destiny.

Is The Book of Suns appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Two blood brothers embark on a classic quest to destroy evil using ancient magical wisdom. Expect fantasy violence (battles, fighting evil creatures) typical of middle grade adventure, but no graphic content, romance, or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Fans of classic adventure stories will enjoy following two brave brothers on their epic quest to save their kingdom from evil forces.

Tags

Quest FantasyClassic FantasyArthurian Influence