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The Narrows

Alexander C. Irvine (2005)

SubgenreEpic Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.38
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Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

WarViolence

Positive tags

Coming of AgeSelf-DiscoveryRedemption Arc

Hero archetypes

Reluctant HeroTinkerer / Artificer

Protagonist archetypes

Coming-of-Age Protagonist

Tropes

Found FamilyHidden EnemyReluctant HeroWarUrban FantasySecret ProjectFish out of Water

Themes

War and DutyIdentityComing of AgeTechnology and MagicLoyaltyHome Front vs Front Lines

Synopsis

Jared helps make golems for the war effort at Henry Ford's top-secret plant in Detroit, but he'd like nothing more than to follow those golems to war in Europe. However, what he finds at home is as sinister as any overseas enemy.

Is The Narrows appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

Teens will find wartime themes and moderate violence as Jared creates magical golems for WWII-era Ford and uncovers sinister threats at home. No sexual content or strong language.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Teens who love alternate history and magical realism will enjoy this tale of golem-making during wartime Detroit.

Tags

Historical FantasyAlternate HistoryMagical RealismWorld War Setting