Case of the Baker Street Irregular

Robert Newman

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Case of the Baker Street Irregular

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Newman

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

What secrets link a mysterious cabby, a dazzling actress, and a daring art theft? In foggy Victorian London, young Andrew Craigie’s world turns upside down when his guardian disappears without a trace. Can the famous detective at 221B Baker Street help unravel the mystery before it’s too late?

Quick Assessment

Set in late Victorian London, this middle-grade mystery follows Andrew Craigie, a boy new to the city who befriends Sara and seeks help from the legendary Sherlock Holmes after his guardian goes missing. The story introduces young readers to classic detective themes and historical settings with accessible language and light suspense appropriate for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book includes mild peril but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

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

Book Length

163 pages
ISBN
9781497686687
Pages
163
Publisher
Open Road Media
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesLondon