FORESTS OF SILENCE (DELTORA QUEST, NO 1)
Emily Rodda
FORESTS OF SILENCE (DELTORA QUEST, NO 1)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Emily Rodda
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
There's a secret power hidden in a magic belt, lost for years and forgotten by many. Lief and Barda are about to discover that finding its seven stones is the only way to save their land from the dark Shadow Lord—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fantasy follows 16-year-old Lief and his companion Barda as they embark on a quest to retrieve seven magical stones to stop an evil force from enslaving their kingdom. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains mild peril and fantasy adventure elements typical of quest narratives.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439285995
- Pages
- 148
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction