Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series)
H. J. Ralles
Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by H. J. Ralles
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Matt’s heart pounds as the glowing portal zaps him into the game’s wild kingdom. Strange creatures circle, and the ground trembles beneath his feet. Can he outsmart the dangers before the game swallows him for good?
Quick Assessment
This fantasy adventure follows Matt, a boy who becomes trapped inside a computer game and must rely on his intelligence and courage to navigate challenges and find his way home. Suitable for middle-grade readers and young teens, the story promotes problem-solving and bravery without intense violence or mature themes.
Why we rated Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series) 9LP
Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 186 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series) as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Keeper of the Kingdom (Keeper Series) explores adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship, and coming of age — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ 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, fantasy world-building, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" 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
- 9781929976034
- Pages
- 186
- Publisher
- Keeper Series
- Published
- January 15, 2001
- Type
- Fiction