What reading level is Chronicle of the Bent Nail?

Chronicle of the Bent Nail by Winchester V. Forgey is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Chronicle of the Bent Nail appropriate for?

Chronicle of the Bent Nail is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril.

What genre is Chronicle of the Bent Nail?

Chronicle of the Bent Nail is fiction — Fiction.

Does Chronicle of the Bent Nail have any content warnings?

Chronicle of the Bent Nail has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Chronicle of the Bent Nail?

Chronicle of the Bent Nail by Winchester V. Forgey is 330 pages.

Chronicle of the Bent Nail

Winchester V. Forgey

Chronicle of the Bent Nail

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Winchester V. Forgey

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp crunch of frost under Cal's boots fills the cold morning air, mixing with the smoky scent of burning wood from nearby farms. Wrapped in his worn coat, Cal faces a winter full of secrets and shadows that cling tighter with every icy breath. What will happen when he returns to uncover the truth behind his best friend's mysterious death?

Themes

Historical Adventure Mystery Coming of Age Friendship

Quick Assessment

Set in post-Civil War northern New Jersey, this historical fiction novel follows Cal Culver, a teenage boy accused of a serious crime who must navigate harsh winter conditions and personal challenges to clear his name. Suitable for ages 13-18, the story explores themes of friendship, justice, and resilience in a historical context. Parents should note the book includes accusations of theft and murder, but handles these themes with sensitivity appropriate for young adults.