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The Sister of the South

Emily Rodda (2004)

SubgenreChildren's Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesDeltora Quest 3 / Dragons of Deltora #4
Setting
CSM age9
Goodreads4.1

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeath

Heroine archetypes

Warrior / Soldier

Protagonist archetypes

FellowshipQuest

Synopsis

*The amazing conclusion to the "Dragons of Deltora" series, full of action, adventure, and magic.* Lief, Barda, and Jasmine have successfully destroyed three of the Four Sisters, evil Shadow Lord creations that are poisoning their land. Now they must head to the city of Del where Sister of the South lies hidden.

Is The Sister of the South appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 9 and up.

This middle grade fantasy adventure features perilous quests and fantasy battles against evil forces, but violence is age-appropriate without graphic detail. Strong themes of friendship, courage, and teamwork make it suitable for independent readers.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include death and violence.

Who'll love this

An exciting conclusion full of magic, danger, and heroic friends working together to save their kingdom from the Shadow Lord.

Tags

Quest FantasyMiddle Grade AdventureSeries Finale