What reading level is Shadow Man?

Shadow Man by Cynthia D. Grant is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Shadow Man appropriate for?

Shadow Man is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Alcohol Use, Death.

What genre is Shadow Man?

Shadow Man is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Shadow Man have any content warnings?

Shadow Man has a HootRating of 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Alcohol Use, Death. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Shadow Man?

Shadow Man by Cynthia D. Grant is 104 pages.

Shadow Man

Cynthia D. Grant

Shadow Man

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cynthia D. Grant

Reading Level 4-5 9IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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 salty fog rolls in off the ocean, carrying the faint crunch of tires against wet gravel. In a quiet town where secrets drift like mist, a sudden crash changes everything. Everyone feels the ripples of loss, but some wounds run deeper than the fog.

Themes

FamilyDeathAlcoholismComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the impact of a tragic drunk driving accident on a small coastal community, focusing on themes of family struggles and alcoholism. It thoughtfully addresses grief and the complexities of human flaws, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who are ready to engage with sensitive topics. Parents should be aware of the mature themes around substance abuse and loss.