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Hero archetypes
Heroine archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Synopsis
In the small town of Pennygaff, where Owen has been sent to live after his mother’s death, a legendary golden harp has been found. Knowing of the prophesy of the Harp of Teirtu, Owen must prevent the magic harp from falling into the evil clutches of its reputed owner, the sinister and diabolical Lord Mayln. But it won’t be easy. Owen and his friend Arabis are plunged into a hair-raising adventure of intrigue, kidnapping, exotic underground worlds, savage beasts...even murder. For only too late will Owen learn that Lord Mayln will stop at nothing to have the golden harp. Winner of the Guardian Prize for Fiction
Is The Whispering Mountain appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
This classic middle grade fantasy contains kidnapping, implied murder, and encounters with dangerous creatures in underground settings, but violence is not graphic. Owen's mother has recently died, which drives the plot.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include murder, kidnapping, and death of parent (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Readers who love magical quests, mysterious ancient artifacts, and fast-paced adventures with brave kids standing up to villains will be captivated.