Fright Wave (Hardy Boys Casefiles, No. 40) (Hardy Boys Casefiles)

Franklin W. Dixon

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Fright Wave (Hardy Boys Casefiles, No. 40) (Hardy Boys Casefiles)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Franklin W. Dixon

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What would you do if your vacation suddenly turned into a dangerous chase? Imagine sunny Hawaii, waves crashing, and a champion surfer named Jade Roberts suddenly being hunted by a mysterious enemy. Who is after her, and why? The answers could change everything.

Quick Assessment

This book follows the Hardy Boys as their Hawaiian vacation is disrupted by a dangerous threat against their friend, Jade Roberts, a champion surfer. The story involves themes of mystery and espionage, with some suspenseful moments suitable for teens aged 13 and up. Parents should note the presence of attempted murder and perilous situations, though violence is not graphic.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

164 pages
ISBN
9780671739942
Pages
164
Publisher
Pocket Books
Published
January 15, 1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesMystery and Detective StoriesMysteryHardy BoysSurfing

Places

Hawaii