What reading level is Shadowghast?

Shadowghast by Thomas Taylor is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Shadowghast appropriate for?

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

What genre is Shadowghast?

Shadowghast is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Shadowghast have any content warnings?

Shadowghast 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 Shadowghast?

Shadowghast by Thomas Taylor is 352 pages.

Shadowghast

Thomas Taylor

Shadowghast

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Thomas Taylor

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

Henry races through the shadowy streets, clutching the eerie Shadowghast lantern as the magician's secrets swirl around him. Townspeople vanish without a trace, and the darkness creeps closer with every step. Can Henry unravel the truth before he, too, is swallowed by the shadows?

Themes

Fantasy & MagicMystery AdventureMonsters

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows Henry as he confronts mysterious disappearances linked to a magician and a magical lantern. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends elements of mystery, fantasy, and suspense without graphic content. Parents should note the presence of supernatural themes and mild peril typical of adventure stories.