Book Genres | Between the Pages: Parent's Guide for Books

Middle Grade

These books are generally aimed toward children between the ages of 8 to 12 where the protagonist is also roughly around this age. The themes of these books typically revolve around friends and family. There is no violence or language in this genre as well as no romance or sex.

Reviews of Middle Grade Novels

The 39 Clues: Into the Gauntlet

Amy and Dan Cahill find themselves grappling with an almost impossible challenge that has been set before them by the Madrigal branch of...

Elizabeth Wolfson

The 39 Clues: Storm Warning

Amy and Dan journey to the Bahamas, following clues from the infamous pirate Anne Bonny. During their tropical adventure, they uncover a bet

Elizabeth Wolfson

The 39 Clues: The Emperor's Code

As the story unfolds, Amy and Dan find themselves coming to terms with the unsettling reality that they are part of the dark and menacing Ma

Elizabeth Wolfson

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Young Adult

These books are generally aimed toward teens between the ages of 13 to 19 where the protagonist is also usually 16 to 18 years old. The themes of these books typically involve coming of age, romance, and finding themselves. There is mild to medium language in this genre as well as violence, and some sex non graphic.

Reviews of Young Adult Novels

The Royal Ranger: Escape From Falaise

Maddie and Will navigate the treacherous waters of captivity under Baron Lassigny's clutches after their failed rescue mission. As they plot

Elizabeth Wolfson

The Royal Ranger: The Missing Prince

The King of Gallica seeks the help of King Duncan to rescue his son, the prince, from the clutches of Baron Joubert de Lassigny who wishes t

Elizabeth Wolfson

The Royal Ranger: Dual at Araluen

Princess Cassandra and King Duncan have managed to make it safely to the south tower of Castle Araluen only to be trapped there by the Red F

Elizabeth Wolfson

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Adult

These books are aimed toward adults where the protagonist is 20 or older. The themes of these books typically involve big life changes, romance, and family. There is usually strong language in this genre as well as violence, and graphic sex.