What reading level is Book of Whispers?

Book of Whispers by Kimberley Starr is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Book of Whispers appropriate for?

Book of Whispers is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Book of Whispers?

Book of Whispers is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Book of Whispers have any content warnings?

Book of Whispers has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Book of Whispers?

Book of Whispers by Kimberley Starr is 400 pages.

Book of Whispers

Kimberley Starr

Book of Whispers

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kimberley Starr

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

The sharp clang of swords echoes through the ancient streets of Tuscany, mixing with the scent of burning wood and distant prayers. Luca can see shadows others can't—whispering demons lurking just out of sight, and dreams that warn of danger ahead. When those dreams show his father in peril, Luca must choose between silence and a daring adventure that could change everything.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Friendship Coming of Age Historical

Quick Assessment

Set in 11th-century Tuscany and Cappadocia, this middle-grade fantasy follows Luca and Suzan, two children with prophetic dreams who embark on a perilous quest to prevent dark forces from destroying their world. The story explores themes of bravery, destiny, and the supernatural, blending historical settings with fantasy elements. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild peril and fantasy violence portrayed in a way appropriate for middle-grade readers.