![]() ![]() ![]() She is just 9, but her reading ability and comprehension is further ahead, which often means that books she is capable of reading, just aren’t appropriate yet in subject matter. In year 4, her school do not allow her to borrow the Percy Jackson books – they are for upper school only, and I tend to follow their lead, as often the themes are inappropriate, even if the language is manageable. She has recently fallen in love with the Percy Jackson series, so I put some feelers out for fantasy fiction appropriate to her age. She loves an easy read, but of late she has found herself keen to read something a bit more meaty, and to be honest, I’m pleased that she is moving on from the generic fairy box sets, and relishing a more challenging text. She almost literally consumes books, maxing out her library card and finishing her stash within a couple of days. Last Stand of Dead Men is number 8 in the series, and the sequel to Kingdom of the Wicked. Today we are reviewing the latest in the children’s book series Skulduggery Pleasant, by Derek Landy. Today sees the start of Children’s Book Week in the UK, and we are celebrating by posting a children’s book review each day between now and Friday. Skulduggery Pleasant – Last Stand of Dead Men (Review) So is Skulduggery Pleasant too old for a 9 year old?.Skulduggery Pleasant – Last Stand of Dead Men (Review).What Age is Skulduggery Pleasant for? Children’s Book Review ![]()
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