Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3)
Kirby, Matthew J.
Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kirby, Matthew J.
The text is written at a 7th 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
Owen and Javier sprint through the shadowy streets, chased by enemies who will stop at nothing to claim the last piece of the Trident of Eden. Suddenly, a fierce Viking battle rages through time, revealing secrets that could change everything. But as danger closes in, who will control the fate of the world?
Quick Assessment
This action-packed middle-grade novel follows Owen, Javier, and their friends as they navigate a thrilling adventure involving ancient relics and time-crossing mysteries. The story includes themes of teamwork and historical exploration, with some mild peril and fantasy violence appropriate for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note the presence of conflict between factions and some tense moments but no graphic content.
Why we rated Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3) 12MP
Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3) is written at a Level 7 reading level across 355 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3) works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3) as 12MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril, thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Fate of the Gods (Last Descendants: an Assassin's Creed Novel Series #3) explores adventure, friendship, historical, fantasy world-building, and mystery — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, friendship, historical.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338163964
- Pages
- 355
- Publisher
- Scholastic, Incorporated
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction