The Hound of Rowan — Content Guide for Parents

By Henry H. NeffRandom HouseISBN 9780375838941414 pages

The Hound of Rowan

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Content themes

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Violence

Supporting

Max fights in several fistfights, one with a knife, and the story includes a dog being killed, a monster killed with a spear, a boy cut and bitten, and a shotgun.

“Several rough fistfights, and one that involves a knife” commonsensemedia.org
“a boy kills a dog; another kills a monster with a spear; a boy is cut with a knife and bitten by a monster; a shotgun is used” commonsensemedia.org

Scary content

Supporting

Children are kidnapped, an ancient demon may be returning, and monsters such as a wolf-shaped creature and a woman with crocodile teeth threaten the characters.

“grinning hideously to reveal a mouthful of smooth crocodile teeth” leafsreviews.wordpress.com
“Dark and nasty forces have already kidnapped other potential students” kirkusreviews.com

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Religion

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

MAX MCDANIELS LIVES a quiet life in the suburbs of Chicago, until the day he stumbles upon a mysterious Celtic tapestry. Many strange people are interested in Max and his tapestry. His discovery leads him to Rowan Academy, a secret school where great things await him. But dark things are waiting, too. When Max learns that priceless artworks and gifted children are disappearing, he finds himself in the crossfire of an ancient struggle between good and evil. To survive, he'll have to rely on a network of agents and mystics, the genius of his roommate, and the frightening power awakening within him.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hound of Rowan appropriate for a 7-year-old?
Max fights in several fistfights, one with a knife, and the story includes a dog being killed, a monster killed with a spear, a boy cut and bitten, and a shotgun. Children are kidnapped, an ancient demon may be returning, and monsters such as a wolf-shaped creature and a woman with crocodile teeth threaten the characters.
Does The Hound of Rowan have violence?
Found (Supporting): Max fights in several fistfights, one with a knife, and the story includes a dog being killed, a monster killed with a spear, a boy cut and bitten, and a shotgun.
Does The Hound of Rowan have scary content?
Found (Supporting): Children are kidnapped, an ancient demon may be returning, and monsters such as a wolf-shaped creature and a woman with crocodile teeth threaten the characters.
Does The Hound of Rowan have religion?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have race & culture?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have profanity?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have climate?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have sexual content?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have gender roles?
Not found in the sources we checked.
Does The Hound of Rowan have gender & orientation?
Not found in the sources we checked.

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