Burn Our Bodies Down
Rory Power
Burn Our Bodies Down
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rory Power
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.
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About This Book
Margot runs through the eerie streets of Phalene, heart pounding as shadows stretch around her. She thought coming here would answer all her questions, but now, something is chasing her—something from her own family’s dark past. Will she escape, or will the town’s secrets trap her forever?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade thriller follows Margot as she uncovers disturbing family secrets in a mysterious town. The story explores heavy themes such as child abuse, gaslighting, and body horror with intense and graphic scenes including mutilation and near-death experiences. Suitable for mature readers aged 12 and up who can handle complex emotional and physical content.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12VP — Vivid — PhysicalGraphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780525645627
- Pages
- 352
- Publisher
- Random House Children's Books
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction