Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS"
Romoulous
Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS"
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
187 Warriors Killers
by Romoulous
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
What if a secret group called the Katalambano were the world's last hope against a dangerous enemy named Karkase? Imagine training in a harsh desert, facing hidden threats, and uncovering mysterious underground cities. But when a powerful new enemy joins the fight, can the warriors stop a disaster before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade adventure follows the Katalambano militia as they battle the villainous Karkase in a Middle Eastern setting. The story includes themes of loyalty, revenge, and survival with some complex plot elements involving military training and secret underground cities. Suitable for ages 9-12, it features moderate action and suspense but no graphic content.
Why we rated Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS" 11MP
Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS" is written at a Level 6 reading level across 236 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS" works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS" as 11MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril, thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Katalambano "187 WARRIORS KILLERS" explores adventure, action & adventure, suspense/thriller, military, and friendship — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, action & adventure, suspense/thriller.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780977306442
- Pages
- 236
- Publisher
- Romoulous
- Published
- October 2, 2006
- Type
- Fiction