Age rating and parents' guide:Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala

by Kottarathil Sankunni; retold edition

Ages 12–16

Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala by Kottarathil Sankunni; retold edition is best for children aged 12–16. It has mild violence, some scary moments, a little romance and no bad language. Worth knowing: Long literary collection with supernatural and mature legendary material; select stories for 12-14.

A landmark Malayalam treasury of legends, sacred places and larger-than-life characters from Kerala's cultural memory.

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Content ratings

How much of each a parent can expect, from none to strong.

Violence: Mild
Scary moments: Moderate
Romance: Mild
Bad language: None

Worth knowing: Long literary collection with supernatural and mature legendary material; select stories for 12-14.

Content checked by Dhiraj Bodade, co-founder of Bookstaken, on 21 September 2026.

At a glance

Novel
In Malayalam
A steady start that picks up quickly
Mostly text
Some emotionally heavy moments
Indian author, setting or story

Great for kids who like

Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales
Indian stories
Indian heritage

Reading mood

Imaginative
Suspenseful

Good to talk about

Indian heritage
Myths, Legends & Fairy Tales

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Questions parents ask

Q: What age is Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala for?

Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala suits children aged 12–16. It is a novel: a steady start that picks up quickly, mostly text.

Q: Is Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala appropriate for a 12 year old?

Yes. Bookstaken rates it for ages 12–16. It has mild violence, some scary moments, a little romance and no bad language. Worth knowing before reading: Long literary collection with supernatural and mature legendary material; select stories for 12-14.

Q: What should my child read after Aithihyamaala: The Great Legends of Kerala?

Try Shyamchi Aai, Koti Kommachi and Tenali Ramakrishna Kathalu (Telugu). They share the same kind of story and suit the same ages.

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