Fire the depths

Peter Lerangis

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Fire the depths

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter Lerangis

Max Tilt

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Thirteen-year-old Max discovers a secret manuscript from his ancestor Jules Verne that could save his family from losing their home. Alongside his cousin Alex, Max embarks on a thrilling quest filled with underwater mysteries, giant sea creatures, and dangerous whirlpools. But they must race against a determined adversary who wants the treasure for his own world-changing plans.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Fantasy Violence Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

357 pages
62,689 words
6h 58m read-aloud
ISBN
9780062441003
Pages
357
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
2017
Type
Fiction
Word Count
62,689
Read-Aloud
~6h 58m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersBuried Treasure

People

Max Tilt (Fictitious character)