Dragon bones

Lisa McMann

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Dragon bones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lisa McMann

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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 your magical adventure took you beneath ancient dragon bones, where every shadow hides a secret and every choice could change your fate? Imagine your sister trapped underground, learning to control a fierce new power while the whole world above wonders if she’ll ever return. Now, what if the only way out means trusting the enemy?

Themes

MagicBrothers and sistersAdventure and adventurersFantasy

Quick Assessment

This fantasy novel follows the younger twin sisters of the Stowe family as they face new dangers threatening their magical world, Artimé. Featuring themes of sibling bonds, courage, and the struggle between good and evil, it is suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. The story contains moments of peril and emotional tension but is appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

403 pages
ISBN
9781481456845
Pages
403
Publisher
Aladdin
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MagicBrothers and SistersAdventure and AdventurersFantasyTwinsIslandsDragonsFantasy Fiction