Four of Diamonds
Anthony Horowitz
Four of Diamonds
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Anthony Horowitz
The text is written at a 7th 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
Tim Diamond isn’t your average detective—he’s the smartest, most daring kid you’ll ever meet, solving mysteries that adults can’t crack. From secret codes to missing treasures, each case tests his wits and courage in ways you won’t believe. These adventures prove that brains and bravery can change everything.
Quick Assessment
This collection brings together four exciting stories featuring Tim Diamond, a clever young detective who tackles challenging mysteries with intelligence and humor. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers engaging plots without intense violence or mature themes, making it a great choice for middle-grade readers interested in detective fiction. Parents can expect light suspense and problem-solving scenarios that promote critical thinking.
Why we rated Four of Diamonds 12LE
Four of Diamonds is written at a Level 7 reading level across 324 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Four of Diamonds works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate Four of Diamonds as 12LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Four of Diamonds explores adventure, mystery, friendship, and family — 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, mystery, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781406341454
- Pages
- 324
- Publisher
- Walker
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction