What reading level is Mad boy?

Mad boy by Nick Arvin is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Mad boy appropriate for?

Mad boy is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Mad boy?

Mad boy is fiction — Fiction.

Does Mad boy have any content warnings?

Mad boy has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Mad boy?

Mad boy by Nick Arvin is 236 pages.

Mad boy

Nick Arvin

Mad boy

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

an account of Henry Phipps in the War of 1812 : a novel

by Nick Arvin

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of smoke fills the air as Henry weaves through the shattered streets, the rumble of distant cannon fire shaking the ground beneath his feet. With his mother’s last wish heavy on his heart, he braves the chaos of a city at war, meeting strangers with stories as tangled as the ruins around him. Every step draws him closer to a promise that could change his life forever.

Themes

DeathChildren of prisonersLife change eventsHistorical Adventure Friendship

Quick Assessment

Set during a turbulent time of war, this middle-grade novel follows young Henry Phipps as he strives to fulfill his dying mother's wish to be buried at sea with her family. The story explores themes of loss, resilience, and courage amidst historical conflict, featuring encounters with a diverse cast including soldiers, slaves, and civilians. Suitable for ages 9-12, it handles mature themes of death and war with sensitivity, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers interested in historical fiction.