App of the Living Dead

Kim Harrington

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App of the Living Dead

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kim Harrington

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

What if a new game could turn your friends into zombies? Bex and Charlie thought they'd seen it all, but when the whole town gets hooked on a creepy new app and people start changing, it's up to them to figure out the mystery. Can they stop the living dead and save everyone before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel blends science fiction and adventure as two friends face a zombie outbreak linked to a popular new game. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of friendship, problem-solving, and courage. Parents should note mild horror elements involving zombies and some suspenseful moments.

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 Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

118 pages
ISBN
9781454926184
Pages
118
Publisher
Union Square Kids
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Science FictionAdventure and AdventurersHorror StoriesFriendship