What reading level is Emily Upham's Revenge?

Emily Upham's Revenge by Avi is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Emily Upham's Revenge appropriate for?

Emily Upham's Revenge is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Emily Upham's Revenge?

Emily Upham's Revenge is fiction — Massachusetts.

Does Emily Upham's Revenge have any content warnings?

Emily Upham's Revenge 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 Emily Upham's Revenge?

Emily Upham's Revenge by Avi is 162 pages.

Emily Upham's Revenge

Avi

Emily Upham's Revenge

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Or How Deadwood Dick Saved the Banker's Niece

by Avi

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Emily clutches the heavy envelope as she steps into her uncle's grand house, the summer sunlight casting long shadows. Suddenly, the sound of hurried footsteps and whispered voices pulls her toward the locked study. What secret is hidden behind that door, and can Emily unravel it before it's too late?

Themes

Mystery Family Historical

Quick Assessment

Set in the summer of 1875, this historical fiction follows seven-year-old Emily Upham as she adjusts to life with her wealthy uncle and becomes entangled in a mysterious bank robbery. Suitable for middle school readers and above, the story explores themes of family, mystery, and courage, with mild suspense appropriate for ages 13-18.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Light

Social

Clear

Thematic

Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

162 pages

ISBN: 9780553150032
Pages: 162
Publisher: Bantam Books (Mm)
Published: August 1979
Type: Fiction

Genres

Massachusetts

Subjects

Robbers and OutlawsOutlawsBrigands and RobbersReading Level-Grade 5Reading Level-Grade 4Reading Level-Grade 7Reading Level-Grade 6Reading Level-Grade 8MassachusettsGirls

Places

Massachusetts