Island of Graves

Lisa McMann

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Island of Graves

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Unwanteds #6

by Lisa McMann

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Imagine holding a secret so big it could change everything you believe about your world. Alex and Aaron are twins caught in a battle where magic and loyalty clash, and Alex has made a choice that could tear them apart forever. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows twins Alex and Aaron as they navigate a magical world on the brink of war. Themes of loyalty, family conflict, and bravery are explored within an engaging story suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the presence of magical battles and some intense moments, but overall it offers a thrilling and imaginative adventure.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: high

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

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Details

Book Length

514 pages
ISBN
9781442493353
Pages
514
Publisher
Aladdin
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Lexile
770L

Genres

Subjects

TwinsMagicBrothersFantasy FictionFantasy