The Battle for Roar

What do our readers think of The Battle for Roar? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny, imaginative adventure, the magical world of Roar and the exciting, sometimes scary challenges. They also find the story moving and feel that it gives the trilogy a satisfying ending.

What does the Pageticker team say about The Battle for Roar?

The Battle for Roar is a spirited, imaginative finale packed with fanged fairies, perilous voyages and the sort of wonderfully bonkers ideas that make make believe feel real. Jenny McLachlan balances high stakes adventure with warmth, humour and thoughtful themes about friendship, growing up and understanding those who seem frightening. Best suited to children aged around 8–12, especially fans of magical worlds, daring quests and stories with a big heart.

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What is The Battle for Roar about?

Twins Rose and Arthur embark on a daring journey beyond the known boundaries of Roar, their magical world of imagination. Encountering fanged fairies and uncharted territories, their adventure takes a perilous turn when a storm leaves them shipwrecked on a mysterious island. There, they uncover a startling secret that threatens the very existence of Roar. Together, they must confront new challenges to save their beloved realm.

About the author

Jenny McLachlan is a popular British author who loves writing fun and exciting stories for children. She is best known for her magical book series 'The Land of Roar', where adventure and imagination come alive. Jenny enjoys visiting schools and sharing her love of books with young readers, inspiring them to create their own stories.

Discussion ideas around The Battle for Roar

The power of imagination: Why is Roar so important to Rose and Arthur, and what does their imaginary world reveal about the way they see themselves and each other?

Bravery and fear: Rose and Arthur face storms, strange creatures and dangerous discoveries. Which kind of bravery do they show, and how is bravery different from simply not being afraid?

Working together: What helps the characters overcome problems when they are far beyond the known boundaries of Roar, and what might happen if they tried to solve everything alone?

Friend or foe?: The story challenges the idea that appearances always tell us what someone is like. How can we learn more about a person before deciding whether to trust them?

Growing up: How does the adventure suggest that growing older can change the way children use their imaginations without making imagination less valuable?