Blackout! (Ghost Writer)

Eric Weiner

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Blackout! (Ghost Writer)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eric Weiner

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

The text is written at a 5th 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

Lights flicker and then vanish—Brooklyn is plunged into total darkness. The Ghostwriter team races through shadowy streets, piecing together clues about the mysterious blackout. But just as they get closer to the truth, something unexpected happens that changes everything.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book follows the Ghostwriter team as they explore the cause behind a borough-wide power outage in Brooklyn. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it features mild suspense and teamwork without intense or frightening content. The story encourages problem-solving and collaboration in an urban setting.

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
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.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780606089500
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
January 1993
Type
Fiction