What reading level is Darkstalker?

Darkstalker by Tui T. Sutherland is at a Level 4-5 reading level (Lexile 750L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Darkstalker appropriate for?

Darkstalker is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Darkstalker?

Darkstalker is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Darkstalker have any content warnings?

Darkstalker has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — 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 Darkstalker?

Darkstalker by Tui T. Sutherland is 366 pages.

Darkstalker

Tui T. Sutherland

Darkstalker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tui T. Sutherland

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

What if you were a dragon born with the power to change the fate of all dragon kingdoms? Imagine being half NightWing, half IceWing, with magic so strong it could either save or destroy the world. When your anger grows too fierce to control, can two brave friends find a way to stop the chaos before it’s too late?

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-BuildingPropheciesFriendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Darkstalker is a middle-grade fantasy novel that explores the story of a powerful dragon born with a divided heritage and immense magical abilities. Set before the events of the Dragonet Prophecy, it delves into themes of power, destiny, and friendship, with some moments of peril appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the story includes magical conflicts and emotional challenges that drive the adventure.

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: high

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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.

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Details

Book Length

366 pages

ISBN: 9781338053616
Pages: 366
Publisher: Wings of Fire
Published: 2016
Type: Fiction
Lexile: 750L

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersPropheciesFantasyAdventure StoriesDragonsIdentityFantasy FictionLegendsTui T. SutherlandYoung AdultAdventureMagicMysteryMyths and LegendsComing-of-ageFriendshipBetrayalRevengeRedemption