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Violence
Barely any
Mild Cold War-era adventure peril; not graphically violent
Language
None
No profanity
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
Barely any
Themes of courage, friendship, and the magic hidden in ordinary things
What this book is about
A charming YA historical fantasy set in Cold War London. Content is age-appropriate with mild adventure and the magic of a pharmacopoeia of ancient secrets. Appropriate for middle-grade and teen readers.
Notes for sensitive readers
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Cold War tension
Mild adventure peril
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