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The Sleepers

Jane Louise Curry (1968)

SubgenreSword & Sorcery
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads3.92

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Protagonist archetypes

Ensemble CastTime-Displaced

Synopsis

A prophecy inscribed on stone, a bronze Celtic bell, a fabled tree, and a long, straight passageway beneath a hill-threatened by a drilling company and a woman who strangely resembles Morgan Le Fay--lead four children into a stitch in time and to the Sleepers, an early Celtic King Arthur, and his men.

Is The Sleepers appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Four children embark on a time-traveling adventure involving Celtic legends, King Arthur, and ancient prophecy. Contains mild fantasy peril typical of classic middle grade fantasy with no explicit violence, romance, or mature content.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids who love time travel, King Arthur stories, and adventures with a group of friends will enjoy this classic quest through ancient Britain.

Tags

Time Travel FantasyChildren's AdventureCeltic MythologyHistorical Fantasy