House of Whispers

William Le Queux

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House of Whispers

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William Le Queux

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Have you ever wondered how valuables could vanish from locked safes without a trace? In a bustling New York apartment, mysterious whispers and sudden warnings appear out of nowhere, and a locked-room murder turns everything upside down. What secrets hide behind the walls of the House of Whispers?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery novel follows a thrilling investigation into disappearing valuables and a puzzling locked-room murder in a New York apartment. Suitable for ages 9-12, it encourages curiosity and critical thinking without graphic content. Parents should note the story includes suspenseful situations typical of detective fiction but remains appropriate for its target audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

316 pages
ISBN
9781535080064
Pages
316
Publisher
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published
2016
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesClassic LiteratureRecreational Reading