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The Taggerung

Brian Jacques (2001)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages438 (Chunky (400-600))
SettingSecondary World
CSM age9
Goodreads4.17/5 (17118)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Synopsis

Years ago, the vermin clan of Sawney Rath kidnapped one of Redwall's own--a baby otter, destined to become their "Taggerung," a warrior hero of ancient legend. But as young Tagg grows, he rebels against his destiny. The young otter journeys in search of his birthplace, a member of Sawney's clan always near, out to destroy the deserter. With the feisty mouse Nimbalo, Tagg fends off the avenging vermin, but can he find his way back to the Redwall family from whom he was separated so long ago?

Is The Taggerung appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 9 and up.

Animated animal fantasy with anthropomorphic characters engaged in sword fights and battles. Violence is present but not graphic, with characters facing danger from vermin warriors pursuing the protagonist.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include kidnapping, violence, and abandonment.

Who'll love this

Action-packed adventure following an otter warrior who breaks free from his captors and goes on a quest to find his true home with a brave mouse companion.

Tags

Animal FantasyQuest StoryAdventure