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Tim Hartwell and the Magical Galon of Wales

Aeneas Middleton (2011)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesTim Hartwell #1
Setting
CSM age10
Goodreads5.0

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Synopsis

This is a story about a young boy named Tim Hartwell who lives in Tenby, Pembrokeshire in Wales. He learns about his family's magical past from his mother, Mary. Later, after learning and wondering about his past, he meets two Wyvern gargoyles who guide him to seven Galon Keys. The keys protect him through a parallel world in Wales called Selwyn's Chancer. Once there, he must avoid a beast named Stratford Hartwell who wants the power of the Galon Keys and the Book of Hartwell for himself.

Is Tim Hartwell and the Magical Galon of Wales appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Parents should know this is a magical adventure with mild peril as the protagonist faces a beast antagonist. The story focuses on heritage, family magic, and a quest through a parallel world with classic good vs evil themes appropriate for middle grade readers.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Kids will enjoy following Tim as he discovers his magical family history and embarks on a quest to collect seven keys while navigating a parallel Welsh world with gargoyle guides.

Tags

Portal FantasyWelsh MythologyParallel WorldAdventure