Keeper of the Night
Kimberly Willis Holt
Keeper of the Night
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kimberly Willis Holt
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
What happens when the person you love most suddenly disappears forever? Isabel’s world on the island of Guam turns upside down as she and her family face a heartbreaking loss. How will she find the strength to keep going when everything feels so dark?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Keeper of the Night explores the aftermath of a young girl's mother’s suicide, portraying the emotional challenges faced by Isabel and her family living on Guam. Suitable for teens ages 13 and up, this novel handles the topic of death and grief with sensitivity and depth, making it a thoughtful resource for discussions about loss. Parents should be aware of the mature themes related to suicide and emotional trauma.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12IE — Intense — EmotionalHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780553494419
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Laurel Leaf
- Published
- March 8, 2005
- Type
- Fiction