What reading level is Necropolis?

Necropolis by Anthony Horowitz is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Necropolis appropriate for?

Necropolis is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Necropolis?

Necropolis is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Necropolis have any content warnings?

Necropolis has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Necropolis?

Necropolis by Anthony Horowitz is 400 pages.

Necropolis

Anthony Horowitz

Necropolis

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anthony Horowitz

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

Matt and his friends have a secret power that can save the world from a dark, evil force. They must race to Hong Kong to find Scarlet, the last Gatekeeper, because everything depends on her. If they fail, the whole planet could fall into darkness.

Themes

AdventureSupernaturalFriendship Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows fifteen-year-old Matt and his friends as they confront a sinister corporation threatening global destruction. Set partly in Hong Kong, the story explores themes of teamwork, courage, and the supernatural. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it contains mild fantasy violence and suspense but remains appropriate for its target audience.