What reading level is Merlin The Raging Fires?

Merlin The Raging Fires by T. A. Barron is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Merlin The Raging Fires appropriate for?

Merlin The Raging Fires is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is Merlin The Raging Fires?

Merlin The Raging Fires is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Merlin The Raging Fires have any content warnings?

Merlin The Raging Fires has a HootRating of 11LP (Light — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Merlin The Raging Fires?

Merlin The Raging Fires by T. A. Barron is 290 pages.

Merlin The Raging Fires

T. A. Barron

Merlin The Raging Fires

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Book 3

by T. A. Barron

Reading Level 6 11LP 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

Imagine a sleeping dragon so fierce it could burn the whole world awake. Young Merlin is the only one who can stop the fiery fury, but first, he must battle dark creatures and unlock the true secret of his own magic. And that's only the beginning of his incredible adventure.

Themes

ArthurianFantasy & MagicAdventure Coming of AgeAnimals

Quick Assessment

This middle grade fantasy novel follows young Merlin as he confronts a powerful dragon threatening his world, while also facing internal challenges and magical foes. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of bravery, self-discovery, and the battle between good and evil. The story contains mild fantasy peril and magical conflict but is appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LP — Light — Physical

Emotional

Clear

Physical

Light ←

Social

Clear

Thematic

Clear

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

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

290 pages

ISBN: 9780142419212
Pages: 290
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 1998
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Legends, Myths, FablesArthurianFantasy & MagicAnimalsDragons, Unicorns & MythicalMerlinWizardsFantasyFantasy FictionFincayraRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La Jeunesse

People

Merlin (Legendary character)