What reading level is Rakkety Tam?

Rakkety Tam by Brian Jacques is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Rakkety Tam appropriate for?

Rakkety Tam is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12MP (Moderate — Physical).

What genre is Rakkety Tam?

Rakkety Tam is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Rakkety Tam have any content warnings?

Rakkety Tam has a HootRating of 12MP (Moderate — Physical). 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 Rakkety Tam?

Rakkety Tam by Brian Jacques is 368 pages.

Rakkety Tam

Brian Jacques

Rakkety Tam

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Brian Jacques

Reading Level 7 12MP Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The crisp rustle of leaves and the sharp scent of pine fill the air as Rakkety Tam, a fearless warrior squirrel, marches through the forest. Suddenly, a chilling growl breaks the peace—a savage wolverine named Gulo is on the hunt, fierce and unstoppable. Danger looms over Redwall Abbey, and the fate of the land hangs in the balance.

Themes

Adventure Friendship Fantasy World-BuildingAnimalsCourage

Quick Assessment

Rakkety Tam is an exciting middle-grade fantasy featuring brave animal characters in a classic battle between good and evil. The story involves themes of friendship, courage, and adventure with some mild peril as the heroes face a dangerous antagonist. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, this book offers vibrant storytelling with a touch of Scottish flavor and fantasy violence handled in an age-appropriate way.