Chris Eells answers “Is this book ok for preteens? Wanted to...”

Shannon asked this question about A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (The Tales of Dunk and Egg, #1-3):

Is this book ok for preteens? Wanted to give it to my brother, who has read Hunger Games, Maze Runner, etc., but if it's anything close to ASOIAF, it'd probably be a bit inappropriate....

Chris Eells While I wouldn't classify this as a children's book, I would agree that it is much tamer than Martin's other works. Avid reader's would be the first t…moreWhile I wouldn't classify this as a children's book, I would agree that it is much tamer than Martin's other works. Avid reader's would be the first to agree that reading allows one to "walk in another's shoes". It allows us to place ourselves in situations that we would, in many cases, never wish to be in. And because of this, it allows us to relate and empathize with those who are less well off/belligerent/hopeless romantics/... the "others".

While every child is different, and some novels may be appropriate for one child, yet may not be for another, my recommendation would be to continue to broaden your brother's perspectives. Challenge them and expand them.

I would have no problems recommending this book. (less)

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