Predator's gold
Philip Reeve
Predator's gold
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Philip Reeve
The text is written at a 7th 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
Gunships roar overhead, rockets slicing through the sky as Tom and Hester race their scrapyard aircraft toward the icy city of Anchorage. The city blurs beneath them, a ghostly place shadowed by plague and secrets. But as Anchorage speeds toward the unknown Dead Continent, danger lurks closer than ever—what will they face next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade adventure follows Tom and Hester as they flee from hostile forces and seek refuge in the mysterious ice city of Anchorage. The story explores themes of survival and resilience amid a backdrop of plague and supernatural elements. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book contains moments of mild peril and fantasy violence.
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
- 9781407152141
- Pages
- 325
- Publisher
- Scholastic
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction