Are All the Giants Dead?

Reach for this book when your child starts questioning the permanence of things or expresses a bittersweet curiosity about what happens after the 'happily ever after.' It is a sophisticated choice for children navigating the transition between the magical thinking of early childhood and the grounded reality of growing up. The story follows a boy named James who travels with a mysterious man named Mildew to a land where fairy tale characters have grown old. James meets an aging Jack the Giant Killer and a Princess who cannot stop crying, eventually embarking on a quest to slay the very last giant. It is a gentle, philosophical adventure that explores themes of legacy, courage, and finding purpose at any age. This book is ideal for ages 8 to 12, offering a thoughtful bridge between traditional fairy tales and complex middle-grade fantasy. Parents will appreciate how it treats the concepts of aging and 'ending' with dignity and whimsy rather than fear.