Beastkeeper
Cat Hellisen
Beastkeeper
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cat Hellisen
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
After her mother leaves, Sarah's world turns upside down when her father becomes a fearsome beast. Determined to save her family, she journeys to her grandparents' ancient castle, uncovering secrets and magic that could lift the curse. Along the way, Sarah learns about bravery, love, and the power of hope.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: family change, emotional: fear & anxiety, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
The beast within
Serena Valentino
The beast within
Serena Valentino
The Nature of the Beast
Janni Howker
The Nature of the Beast
Janni Howker
Beast
R. L. Stine
Beast
R. L. Stine
Brackenbeast
Kate Alice Marshall
Brackenbeast
Kate Alice Marshall
The book of beasts
Edith Nesbit
The book of beasts
Edith Nesbit
Beasties
Jenny Nimmo
Beasties
Jenny Nimmo
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780805099805
- Pages
- 197
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 50,762
- Lexile
- 830L
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 38m
- Text Density
- Dense