What reading level is Hero Rising?

Hero Rising by Shane Hegarty is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hero Rising appropriate for?

Hero Rising is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

Does Hero Rising have any content warnings?

Hero Rising has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hero Rising?

Hero Rising by Shane Hegarty is 256 pages.

Hero Rising

Shane Hegarty

Hero Rising

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Shane Hegarty

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of armor echoes through the shadowy streets as Finn stumbles into yet another monstrous mess. The air smells of damp stone and danger, and everywhere, legends are breaking loose like wild storms. Darkmouth needs a hero, but all it has is Finn — and that might just be enough to change everything.

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Humor Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Hero Rising is a thrilling middle-grade fantasy adventure featuring Finn, an unlikely monster hunter facing a chaotic world overrun by legends and ancient threats. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story combines humor with excitement, highlighting themes of bravery and resilience amid fantastical dangers. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and fantasy violence typical of the genre.