What reading level is Deception?

Deception by Teri Terry is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Deception appropriate for?

Deception is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Illness & Injury, Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety, Identity & Self-Discovery.

What genre is Deception?

Deception is fiction — Young Adult Fiction. Part of the Dark Matter series.

Does Deception have any content warnings?

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

How many pages is Deception?

Deception by Teri Terry is 368 pages (approximately 87,381 words).

Deception

Teri Terry

Deception

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Teri Terry

Dark Matter

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

In a world gripped by a deadly epidemic, Shay, one of the few survivors, agrees to be part of risky experiments to find a cure but soon escapes when danger strikes. As her brother Kai searches desperately to save her, they uncover secrets about the disease and face difficult choices about trust and loyalty. Together, they must navigate a web of mystery and hidden agendas while trying to protect their family and friends.

Themes

Science & Nature Family Friendship Mystery AdventureScience Fiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include illness & injury, mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.