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The fire

James Patterson, Jill Dembowski (2011)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages352 (Standard (250-400))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age10+
Goodreads3.85/5 (20453)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Synopsis

Whit and Wisty Allgood have led the resistance against a totalitarian regime that has banned all forms of creativity and executed their parents, but even the growing strength of the siblings' magic has not been able to stop the evil dictator, and they must somehow prepare for an imminent showdown.

Is The fire appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

This middle grade fantasy features sibling protagonists leading a rebellion against an oppressive regime that has executed their parents. Expect moderate fantasy violence, themes of totalitarianism and loss, but age-appropriate presentation without graphic content.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of parent, political violence, and totalitarianism (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Kids will be drawn to the magical sibling duo fighting an evil dictator and leading a resistance movement in a world where creativity is banned.

Tags

Dystopian FantasyAdventureMagicResistance