Last Breath

Rachel Caine

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Last Breath

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Morganville Vampires

by Rachel Caine

Reading Level 7 12LP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Claire Danvers is no ordinary student—she’s caught in a chilling mystery where vampires vanish without a trace. When the new resident Magnus arrives, Claire senses something darker than vampire lurking beneath his calm exterior. If even vampires can become victims, what hope does a human have to stop the shadow creeping over Morganville?

Themes

SupernaturalVampiresParanormal fictionFriendshipAdventureColleges and universities

Quick Assessment

Last Breath follows middle-grade student Claire Danvers as she unravels a supernatural mystery involving disappearing vampires in her college town. The story blends paranormal elements with suspense, suitable for readers aged 9-12 who enjoy fantasy and mystery. Parents should note the presence of vampire mythology and mild peril, but the content remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

350 pages
ISBN
9780451235800
Pages
350
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Colleges and UniversitiesSupernaturalVampiresParanormal FictionUniversities and CollegesYoung Adult FictionTexas

Places

Texas