What reading level is Hunter in the Dark?

Hunter in the Dark by Monica Hughes is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Hunter in the Dark appropriate for?

Hunter in the Dark is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Illness & Injury, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Loss & Grief.

What genre is Hunter in the Dark?

Hunter in the Dark is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Hunter in the Dark have any content warnings?

Hunter in the Dark has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Illness & Injury, Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Loss & Grief. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hunter in the Dark?

Hunter in the Dark by Monica Hughes is 200 pages.

Hunter in the Dark

Monica Hughes

Hunter in the Dark

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Monica Hughes

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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 you had to face your greatest challenge alone in the wild? Imagine setting out on a secret hunting trip, not just to catch a deer, but to prove to yourself that you are stronger than your illness. Can one boy find courage in the darkest moments of his fight?

Themes

Coming of Age SurvivalEmotional ResilienceSocial Issues - Special Needs

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel follows a teenage boy with leukemia who embarks on a solitary hunting trip to confront his illness and test his resilience. It explores themes of bravery, self-discovery, and coping with serious health challenges. Suitable for teens, it sensitively addresses illness and emotional strength without graphic content.