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Marty M. Engle

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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marty M. Engle

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

Here’s a secret: the Starlight Drive-In isn’t just an old movie theater—it’s a place where shadows come alive and favorite horror scenes echo through the night. Jonathan and his friends know every scary line by heart, but what they don’t realize is that the real adventure is just beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction blends elements of horror and fantasy as Jonathan and his friends explore an old drive-in theater filled with spooky memories. Suitable for readers around ages 9-12, it offers a thrilling yet age-appropriate introduction to classic horror themes without 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

2/10

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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
9781567140545
Pages
120
Publisher
Frontline Publications
Published
1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

HorrorFantasy & Magic