Ransacker

Emmy Laybourne

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Ransacker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emmy Laybourne

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if you suddenly discovered you had a powerful gift that could find gold hidden deep underground? Imagine living in 1886 Montana, where your secret could make you rich—or put you and your family in grave danger. When betrayal hides behind every smile, can you trust anyone with your incredible power?

Quick Assessment

Set in 1886 Montana, this young adult novel follows 16-year-old Sissel Hemstad, who discovers she has a supernatural ability to locate precious metals. As she navigates deception and threats from those seeking to control her gift, the story explores themes of trust, family, and survival. Suitable for teens 13 and older, it contains elements of suspense and mild peril typical of historical fantasy fiction.

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

Mild Peril Betrayal
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
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

448 pages
ISBN
9781250134141
Pages
448
Publisher
Feiwel & Friends
Published
Jan 29, 2019
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Young Adult FictionLegends, Myths, FablesHistoricalUnited States19th CenturyRomanceSupernaturalBrothers and SistersFrontier and Pioneer LifeMontana