Ship Of The Dead

James Jennewein, Tom S. Parker

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Ship Of The Dead

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Jennewein, Tom S. Parker

Reading Level 7 12ME 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

Dane the Defiant faces an impossible enemy—one who’s already dead! To save his true love from a cursed fate, he must hunt down a terrifying foe risen from the Underworld itself. The battle for the Viking world will decide if love can conquer even death.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy adventure follows Dane as he confronts supernatural forces to rescue his beloved from servitude. Filled with Norse mythology and action-packed scenes, the story explores themes of bravery and love amid dark, magical peril. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains fantasy violence and intense moments but remains appropriate for its target audience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

304 pages
ISBN
9780061449420
Pages
304
Publisher
HarperCollins
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureLegends, Myths, FablesNorseHumorous StoriesFate and FatalismVikingsAdventure and AdventurersDead