What reading level is Darkside?

Darkside by Tom Becker is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Darkside appropriate for?

Darkside is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

Does Darkside have any content warnings?

Darkside has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Darkside?

Darkside by Tom Becker is 224 pages.

Darkside

Tom Becker

Darkside

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tom Becker

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if the city you thought you knew had a secret darker than anything you could imagine? Jonathan’s world turns upside down when he discovers Darkside, a hidden London where nightmares come alive and danger lurks at every corner. Can he escape this terrifying place before it’s too late?

Themes

Adventure Mystery Fantasy World-Building Friendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Jonathan Starling as he uncovers a hidden underworld beneath London called Darkside, filled with dark secrets and dangers. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends fantasy and suspense with themes of fear and courage. Parents should note the presence of suspenseful and eerie elements that create a creepy atmosphere.