Draugr

Arthur G. Slade

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Draugr

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Arthur G. Slade

Northern Frights

Reading Level 3-4 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd 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

Three American kids visiting their grandfather in Manitoba stumble upon a chilling tale from Icelandic myth when a restless spirit rises to settle old scores. As mysterious events unfold, they must face the eerie power of the past coming back to life. This spooky adventure weaves folklore and family secrets into a thrilling journey.

Themes

FamilyAdventureFolkloreHorror storiesRevenge

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

171 pages
38,978 words
4h 20m read-aloud
ISBN
1551430940
Pages
171
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Published
1997
Type
Fiction
Word Count
38,978
Read-Aloud
~4h 20m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

IcelandersManitobaRevengeGrandfathersHorror StoriesCanada