Labyrinth of Ruin

Shelley Lee Riley

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Labyrinth of Ruin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Shelley Lee Riley

Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if you couldn't do what everyone else in your family does best? Imagine being the only one who can't speak to dragons in a world where dragon racing is everything. When Jackson meets a mysterious, mistreated dragonet, their secret bond could change everything — but danger is closing in fast.

Quick Assessment

Labyrinth of Ruin is a middle-grade fantasy novel about Jackson, a boy who struggles with feeling left out in his dragon-racing family until he forms a unique bond with an abused dragonet. The story explores themes of self-discovery, friendship, and fighting against corruption within a fantastical Irish setting. Suitable for ages 9-12, it includes mild peril and emotional challenges but remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

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 Emotional: Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

ISBN
9780986393976
Publisher
Runner-Up Publishing
Published
2024
Type
Fiction

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