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The Farseekers

Isobelle Carmody (1990)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesThe Obernewtyn Chronicles #2
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads4.14

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant HeroOutcast / Loner

Synopsis

In the two years since its takeover of Obernewtyn, the secret community of Misfits has flourished. Protected by their remoteness, Elspeth Gordie and her allies have worked hard to develop their forbidden mental abilities--all in preparation for their inevitable confrontation with the totalitarian Council. And though their training is far from complete, the Misfits can no longer stay hidden when they learn of the existence of a new Talent--one whose power may eclipse anything they have seen before. From the Paperback edition.

Is The Farseekers appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A YA fantasy adventure featuring teens with forbidden psychic abilities fighting against an oppressive government. Contains moderate conflict and themes of persecution but no graphic violence, sexual content, or strong language.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include captivity, ableism, and mental manipulation (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy following Elspeth and her friends as they develop their mental powers and prepare to confront the totalitarian Council that fears them.

Tags

Dystopian FantasyPost-ApocalypticPsychic PowersAdventure