Mutants in Orbit (Rifts/After the Bomb)
Kevin Siembieda
Mutants in Orbit (Rifts/After the Bomb)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kevin Siembieda
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
What if Earth’s orbit was a wild frontier full of giant mutant insects and mysterious space stations? Imagine astronauts discovering strange robots and new kinds of Glitterboys on the Moon and Mars. What secrets will they uncover beyond the stars?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This book serves as a sourcebook for the Rifts and After the Bomb game settings, exploring Earth's orbit, the Moon, and Mars with imaginative mutant creatures, technology, and space adventures. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it blends science fiction and fantasy elements with some complex themes ideal for ages 9-12. Parents should note it contains fictional depictions of mutations and space combat scenarios.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780916211486
- Pages
- 112
- Publisher
- Palladium Books
- Published
- September 1994
- Type
- Fiction