Ferryman
Claire McFall
Ferryman
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Claire McFall
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
What if you could travel between worlds, but only at a terrible cost? Imagine being the Ferryman, guiding souls across the river to the afterlife while facing impossible choices about love and loyalty. How far would you go to save someone you care about?
Quick Assessment
Ferryman is the first book in a paranormal romance trilogy suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. It explores themes of love and supernatural adventure with some emotional intensity, but handles mature concepts in a way appropriate for its audience. Parents should note the story contains fantasy elements and some emotional challenges related to loss and difficult decisions.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781782504344
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Kelpies
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction