Endless King

Dave Rudden

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Endless King

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dave Rudden

Reading Level 8 12MP 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

Denizen Hardwick races through the ancient halls of Daybreak, the fortress buzzing with urgent whispers. Suddenly, a mysterious messenger bursts in, shouting that the Endless King has fallen and chaos is spreading fast. With enemies closing in, Denizen and his friends must act — but can they stop a civil war from destroying everything?

Themes

AdventureKnights and KnighthoodKings and RulersMonstersFriendshipFantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows Denizen Hardwick as he trains to become a knight amidst escalating turmoil in a dark kingdom. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features themes of adventure, friendship, and bravery, with some intense moments of conflict and danger. Parents should note the presence of fantasy violence and complex political struggles typical for the genre.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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

416 pages
ISBN
9780141356624
Pages
416
Publisher
Puffin
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersKnights and KnighthoodKingsQueensRulersEtcMonstersOrphans