Age rating and parents' guide:The Fellowship of the Ring
by J.R.R. Tolkien
Ages 12–14
The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien is best for children aged 12–14. It has moderate violence, some scary moments, no romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Battle peril; dense prose.
Frodo Baggins inherits a mysterious golden ring from his uncle Bilbo, only to discover it holds terrifying power and belongs to the Dark Lord Sauron. Accompanied by a loyal band of hobbits, men, an elf, a dwarf, and a wizard, Frodo sets out on an arduous journey across Middle-earth to destroy the ring before evil claims the world. Readers are captivated by Tolkien's incredibly rich world-building, high-stakes danger, and the enduring bonds of friendship that carry the characters through dark times.
Content ratings
How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.
- Violence
- Moderate
- Scary moments
- Moderate
- Romance
- None
- Bad language
- None
Worth knowing: Battle peril; dense prose
Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on .
At a glance
- Novel
- Part of the The Lord of the Rings series
- A demanding read, best for confident readers
- Mostly text
- Some emotionally heavy moments
Great for kids who like
- Action & Adventure
Reading mood
- Adventurous
- Suspenseful
Good to talk about
- Action & Adventure
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