Goblin Secrets

William Alexander undifferentiated

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Goblin Secrets

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William Alexander undifferentiated

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if your brother disappeared in a town where acting was forbidden, and the only clue was a secret troupe of goblin performers? Imagine running through mysterious streets filled with magic and riddles, searching for him with only your imagination as your strongest weapon. But can a boy and a band of misfit children unlock the truth before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

Set in the magical and mysterious town of Zombay, this middle-grade fantasy follows Rownie, a boy who loses his family and embarks on a quest to find his missing brother. The story explores themes of loss, courage, and the power of imagination, with some mild peril and fantasy elements appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the story contains references to death and disappearance but handles these with sensitivity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Loss & Grief Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

240 pages
ISBN
9781472108753
Pages
240
Publisher
Orbit Books
Published
2013
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fantasy FictionMissing PersonsMagicBrothers and SistersGoblinsEntertainersMasksBrothersSiblings