Knights of the Borrowed Dark

Dave Rudden

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Knights of the Borrowed Dark

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dave Rudden

Knights of the Borrowed Dark

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

When a young orphan discovers a hidden world of ancient knights battling shadowy monsters, he must summon all his courage to protect the light from darkness. Adventure and mystery unfold as he learns the true power of bravery and friendship in a battle that could change everything.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

377 pages
76,720 words
8h 31m read-aloud
ISBN
9780553522976
Pages
377
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2016
Type
Fiction
Word Count
76,720
Read-Aloud
~8h 31m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Knights and KnighthoodOrphansMonsters