Earthfall

Mark Walden

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Earthfall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mark Walden

Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

The sharp scent of smoke fills the air as Sam stumbles out from the dark, cold bunker. His wounds sting, but hope sparks when a stranger’s hand reaches out to pull him to safety. In a world taken over by aliens, every breath is a fight, and Sam’s journey has only just begun.

Themes

Extraterrestrial beingsScience fictionSurvivalAdventure

Quick Assessment

Earthfall is a middle-grade science fiction novel about a young boy named Sam who escapes alien control and joins a human resistance. The story includes themes of survival and bravery in a dystopian setting, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note some scenes of injury and mild peril as Sam faces challenges in a dangerous world.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Injury
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

265 pages
ISBN
9781442494152
Pages
265
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Lexile
990L

Genres

Subjects

Extraterrestrial BeingsScience FictionSurvivalLondon

Places

EnglandLondonLondon (England)