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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert Muchamore

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The school hallway buzzes with the chaos of the last day of term as three boys rush to clear their lockers and plan a sleepover. But suddenly, secrets explode—one boy’s dad belongs to a dangerous group trading nuclear secrets, while another is a secret agent on a mission. What will happen when their worlds collide?

Themes

EspionageAdventureFriendshipJuvenile FictionNuclear Weapons

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade thriller follows three boys whose lives intertwine amid a high-stakes conflict involving nuclear weapons and a criminal organization. The story involves espionage and suspense appropriate for ages 9-12, with some tense moments related to terrorism and crime. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and complex themes handled in a way suitable for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Terrorism
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

108 pages
ISBN
9780340956793
Pages
108
Publisher
Hodder Children's
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

CHERUB (Imaginary organization)

Subjects

Nuclear WeaponsCriminalsEspionageTerrorismSecret Service

Places

Great Britain