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Hero archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Synopsis
John Flanagan, author of the international phenomenon Ranger's Apprentice, creates a world of seafaring adventures, treacherous pirates and epic battles in Brotherband. In Skandia, there is only one way to become a warrior. Boys are chosen for teams called brotherbands and must endure three months of gruelling training in seamanship, weapons and battle tactics. It's brotherband against brotherband, fighting it out in a series of challenges. There can be only one winner. When Hal Mikkelson finds himself the unwilling leader of a brotherband made up of outcasts, he must step up to the challenge. The Heron brotherband might not have the strength and numbers of the other two teams, but with inventiveness, ingenuity and courage on their side, they might just surprise everyone.
Is The Outcasts appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Parents should know this book contains action-adventure seafaring battles with moderate violence typical of middle grade fantasy, including sword fights and physical conflict. 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 violence.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the high-seas adventure with a ragtag crew of misfits proving themselves in thrilling ship battles and competitions.