What reading level is Barbarian Lord?

Barbarian Lord by Matt Smith is at a Level 3-4 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades Plus readers (Ages 11+).

What age is Barbarian Lord appropriate for?

Barbarian Lord is recommended for Ages 11+. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Graphic Violence, Physical Danger.

Does Barbarian Lord have any content warnings?

Barbarian Lord has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Graphic Violence, Physical Danger. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Barbarian Lord

Matt Smith

Barbarian Lord

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Matt Smith

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 11+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

A brave warrior, unfairly stripped of his kingdom, gathers loyal friends to face terrifying creatures and cunning foes as he fights to reclaim what is rightfully his. Along the way, he confronts dark magic and dangerous challenges that test his courage and strength. Adventure and daring battles await in this thrilling tale of honor and revenge.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-BuildingRevenge

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include graphic violence, physical danger. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Graphic Violence Physical Danger

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

6,480 words

43m read-aloud

ISBN: 9780547859064
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Trade & Reference Publishers
Published: 2014
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 6,480
Read-Aloud: ~43 min

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersRevengeFantasyImaginary Wars and BattlesCartoons and ComicsGood and EvilFantasy FictionVikingsComic Books, StripsBattlesGhostsWitchesGraphic Novels