Question 1

What reading level are Melvin Burgess's books?

Accepted Answer

Melvin Burgess's books in HootRated's catalog range from Grade 3–6 reading level, with the typical book landing at Grade 6. 2 rated titles by Melvin Burgess, each with a separate content intensity score so parents can choose by emotional readiness, not just text difficulty.

Question 2

Are Melvin Burgess's books appropriate for sensitive readers?

Accepted Answer

0 of Melvin Burgess's 2 rated books are at Gentle or Mild intensity (0%) — appropriate for sensitive readers. 1 (50%) are rated Intense or Very Intense. Average content intensity across Melvin Burgess's rated catalog is 3.5/5.

Question 3

What age are Melvin Burgess's books appropriate for?

Accepted Answer

Melvin Burgess's rated books target Ages 9–12 and Ages 5–8. HootRated rates each book on two axes — reading level (text difficulty) and content intensity (emotional weight) — so parents of advanced readers or sensitive kids can pick what matches both dimensions, not just one.

Books by Melvin Burgess

Kite

The copper treasure

The cry of the wolf

The ghost behind the wall

Junk

An Angel for May

Loving April

The earth giant

Sara's face

The hit

The baby and Fly Pie

An Angel for May

Bloodtide (Blood...)

Bloodsong

Sara's Face

Doing It

Sarah's face

Angel for May

The hit