What reading level is In the Serpent's Wake?

In the Serpent's Wake by Rachel Hartman is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is In the Serpent's Wake appropriate for?

In the Serpent's Wake is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is In the Serpent's Wake?

In the Serpent's Wake is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does In the Serpent's Wake have any content warnings?

In the Serpent's Wake has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — 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 In the Serpent's Wake?

In the Serpent's Wake by Rachel Hartman is 512 pages.

In the Serpent's Wake

Rachel Hartman

In the Serpent's Wake

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rachel Hartman

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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 the last Serpent in the world holds a secret that could change everything? Imagine a girl racing to save her friend, a dragon searching for who they really are, and an explorer breaking the rules to claim her place. But some want to hide the Serpent forever, and others will stop at nothing to destroy it—who will see the truth first?

Themes

Adventure Fantasy World-Building Identity & Self-Discovery Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows multiple characters on a quest to find the last Serpent, exploring themes of identity, resilience, and courage. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it contains adventurous and suspenseful moments but no intense content. Parents can expect a richly imagined world with complex characters navigating moral challenges.