Missing on Malridge Mountain

Thomas Kingsley Troupe

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Missing on Malridge Mountain

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Thomas Kingsley Troupe

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

The crisp mountain air smells like pine and adventure as Slater steps onto the rocky trail. The crunch of leaves beneath his boots echoes through the forest, but suddenly, silence falls—and he realizes he's not alone. Fear and determination mix as he faces unexpected challenges on Malridge Mountain.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows Slater, a young boy who encounters unforeseen dangers during a morning hike on Malridge Mountain. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of survival and resilience with manageable tension and no graphic content, making it a good choice for readers developing problem-solving skills.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
ISBN
9781669085997
Pages
112
Publisher
Stone Arch Books
Published
2025
Type
Fiction

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