My father the werewolf

Henry Garfield

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My father the werewolf

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

a novel

by Henry Garfield

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Danny and his sister Miranda carry a wild family secret as their dad transforms into a terrifying werewolf every full moon. Fleeing from California to the coast of Maine, they face the chilling reality of their father's mysterious curse. This thrilling tale blends family struggles with spooky suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Themes

FamilyHorror StoriesWerewolves -- FictionSibling Relationships

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, fear & anxiety, family change. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

228 pages
41,227 words
4h 35m read-aloud
ISBN
0689851804
Pages
228
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
41,227
Read-Aloud
~4h 35m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

WerewolvesFathersBrothers and SistersFamily ProblemsHorror StoriesMaineDysfunctional Families

Places

Maine