Return to the Dark House
Laurie Faria Stolarz
Return to the Dark House
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Laurie Faria Stolarz
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Haunted by chilling memories of her friends and a mysterious killer, Ivy is determined to uncover the truth when the police hit a dead end. With danger lurking nearby, she must follow hidden clues to stop the Nightmare Elf before he strikes again. Courage and sharp instincts will be her only allies in this thrilling race against time.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, mild peril, bullying. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781423181736
- Pages
- 360
- Publisher
- Disney-Hyperion
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 64,210
- Read-Aloud
- ~7h 8m
- Text Density
- Standard