What reading level is Dark of the Moon?

Dark of the Moon by Rachel Hawthorne is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades Plus readers (Ages 11+).

What age is Dark of the Moon appropriate for?

Dark of the Moon is recommended for Ages 11+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery, Physical/Safety: Mild Peril.

What genre is Dark of the Moon?

Dark of the Moon is fiction — Juvenile Fiction. Part of the Dark Guardian series.

Does Dark of the Moon have any content warnings?

Dark of the Moon has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery, Physical/Safety: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Dark of the Moon

Rachel Hawthorne

Dark of the Moon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rachel Hawthorne

Dark Guardian

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Brittany has always dreamed of becoming a Dark Guardian like Connor, but when the full moon comes, she doesn't transform like the others. Holding onto her secret feelings for Connor, she faces the fear of being different and takes risky steps to prove herself. Her choices could put everyone in danger as she struggles to find where she truly belongs.

Themes

Coming of Age Fantasy World-Building Friendship Romance Adventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, emotional: identity & self-discovery, physical/safety: mild peril. Written for readers ages 11+.