Amity

Micol Ostow

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Amity

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Micol Ostow

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The wind howls as Amity races through the dark woods, her heart pounding with every step. Shadows twist and whisper secrets she can’t quite understand. Suddenly, a chilling voice calls her name—who’s really out there?

Themes

FamiliesBrothers and sistersParanormal fictionFamily life

Quick Assessment

Amity is a middle-grade novel inspired by a true-crime story, blending family dynamics with paranormal elements. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of sibling relationships and family life while introducing spooky, suspenseful moments. Parents should note some supernatural and mysterious content, but nothing overly intense for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

361 pages
ISBN
9781606841563
Pages
361
Publisher
Carolrhoda Lab& 8482
Published
2014
Type
Fiction
Lexile
780L

Genres

Subjects

FamiliesBrothers and SistersParanormal FictionFamily LifeSupernaturalHousehold MovingHaunted HousesHorror StoriesNew EnglandMovingHousehold

Places

New England