Missing (Shadow House, Book 4)
Dan Poblocki
Missing (Shadow House, Book 4)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Dan Poblocki
The text is written at a 4th 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
There’s a secret in Shadow House that no one else knows: five kids are trapped inside, each drawn there by a different mystery. They don’t know each other, and the doors won’t open. But something else is watching them—something that might be friend or foe, and that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade horror novel follows five children who find themselves trapped in a haunted house, each with their own backstory. The story explores themes of fear, trust, and survival in a spooky, paranormal setting suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should be aware that the book contains mild horror elements and suspense typical of the genre.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781338245790
- Pages
- 180
- Publisher
- Scholastic Inc.
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction