Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost
Eddie Jones
Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Eddie Jones
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
Have you ever wondered if ghosts are real or just tricks of the mind? On a stormy night in an old cemetery, Nick sees a ghost accusing someone of a terrible crime, but when the person disappears, things get even stranger. Can Nick and a mysterious girl who claims she can hear the dead solve the mystery before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost is a middle-grade mystery novel blending supernatural suspense with Christian themes. It follows Nick, a thoughtful young detective who approaches ghostly encounters with skepticism, alongside Jaz, who claims to connect with spirits, as they solve a disappearance linked to a ghostly accusation. Suitable for ages 9-12, this book contains mild supernatural elements and suspense but remains appropriate for children seeking thrilling, faith-informed mysteries.
Why we rated Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost 11LP
Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost is written at a Level 6 reading level across 208 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost as 11LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.
Thematically, Mystery of the Eyewitness Ghost explores mystery, adventure, friendship, christian themes, and supernatural — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about mystery, adventure, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781645269182
- Pages
- 208
- Publisher
- LPC
- Published
- 2021
- Type
- Fiction