Beastkeeper

Cat Hellisen

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Beastkeeper

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cat Hellisen

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

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.

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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.

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 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Family Change Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

197 pages
50,762 words
5h 38m read-aloud
ISBN
9780805099805
Pages
197
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Word Count
50,762
Lexile
830L
Read-Aloud
~5h 38m
Text Density
Dense

Subjects

FantasyMetamorphosisBlessing and CursingMonstersFamily LifeFantasy FictionFantasy & MagicFamilyMultigenerational