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Under Wildwood

Colin Meloy, Carson Ellis (2012)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages559 (Chunky (400-600))
Setting
CSM age10+
Goodreads3.99/5 (9175)

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

ViolenceDeath

Hero archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

YA. Ever since Prue McKeel rescued her brother from the wicked Dowager Governess and returned home from the Impassable Wilderness, life has been pretty dull. But when dark assassins, a dangerous businessman and a freezing winter all threaten the residents of Wildwood, Prue is drawn back in to their world. Together, she and her friend Curtis will face their greatest challenge yet: to save themselves and the lives of their friends, and to bring unity to a divided country. Ages 14+

Is Under Wildwood appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 10 and up.

Parents should know this middle grade fantasy features assassins, political danger, and moderate action violence typical of adventure fantasy. Characters face peril and there are likely some deaths, but content is age-appropriate for the middle grade audience.

What to know going in

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

Who'll love this

Kids who loved the first book will be thrilled to return to Wildwood for another adventure with Prue and Curtis facing assassins, dangerous villains, and a quest to save their friends.

Tags

Adventure FantasyPortal FantasyParallel WorldQuest Narrative