Jackaroo
Readers rate it 3.5 (6 on Hardcover)
368 pages · Released Sep 3, 2026 · Simon Pulse
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Jackaroo is a classic coming-of-age adventure about a girl who becomes inspired to help the poor and powerless by taking on the role of a legendary outlaw hero. The story emphasizes courage, social justice, and personal growth, with only mild violence and no sexual content beyond a budding romance. While there are some tense and darker moments involving poverty and danger, the overall tone is inspirational rather than frightening, making it suitable for thoughtful upper-middle-grade and young teen readers.
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There is much want in the kingdom and the tales of Jackaroo, the masked outlaw who helps the poor in times of trouble, are on everyone's lips. Gwyn, the innkeeper's lively daughter, pays little attention to the tales. But when she is stranded during a snowstorm in a cabin with the lordling Gaderian, she finds a strange... There is much want in the kingdom and the tales of Jackaroo, the masked outlaw who helps the poor in times of trouble, are on everyone's lips. Gwyn, the innkeeper's lively daughter, pays little attention to the tales. But when she is stranded during a snowstorm in a cabin with the lordling Gaderian, she finds a strange garment that resembles the costume Jackaroo is said to wear. When she uncovers the myth of a legendary outlaw, she becomes inspired to take on the persona of her sword-wielding, cape-clad hero.
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- Heroes
- Fiction
- Juvenile fiction
- Determination (Personality trait)
- History
- Politics and government
- Histoire
- Politique et gouvernement
- Children's fiction
- Heroes, fiction
- Animals, mythical
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ISBN 9780689864353 · Simon Pulse