Content levels
Trigger warnings
Hero archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Tropes
Synopsis
Fantasy novel invoking the paths of greats such as Roald Dahl, and J.K. Rowlings. A child, Will Rain Gloss, is born not knowing his true purpose until his home is beset with strange beasts, and cloaked wizards, wielding wands and staffs—who followed and protected him from the Elder Rots, ruthless and evil men who were once Elders in the unseen land of Ninawa—a fully self-sustained fortress invisible to the naked eyes—located in the confines of Mount Kilimanjaro. Will was chosen to be a guardian, one who protected Ninawa from being overcome by Elder Rots and their cohorts of evildoers. Will finds himself entangled in action, love, magic and adventure in his quest to understand just how powerful he really is as a Guardian of Ninawa.
Is WILL GLOSS: GUARDIANS OF NINAWA appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Parents should know this middle grade fantasy features magical battles between guardians and evil wizards, with moderate action violence including attacks by beasts and dark magic users. The story follows a chosen-one narrative similar to Harry Potter.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include child harm and violence.
Who'll love this
Kids will enjoy following Will as he discovers his magical powers, learns to become a guardian, and battles evil wizards in a hidden fortress inside Mount Kilimanjaro.