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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
Jac works in in a travelling circus, which is headed for the royal wedding in Sweetwater. There Jac discovers he can do more than make lifelike puppets - he can do things which make people very afraid of him. Suddenly, Jac finds himself cast out of the circus and pursued by the evil Archmage Ivan. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
Is The Puppet Master appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A middle grade fantasy about a young circus performer who discovers magical abilities and must flee from an evil wizard. Contains mild peril and themes of being an outcast, but age-appropriate for readers 8-12.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include abandonment and discrimination.
Who'll love this
Kids will enjoy the circus setting, the discovery of magical puppet-making powers, and the adventure of escaping from an evil wizard.