What reading level is Silver in the Unaka?

Silver in the Unaka by Buddy Johnson is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Silver in the Unaka appropriate for?

Silver in the Unaka is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Murder, Historical Violence, Suspense.

What genre is Silver in the Unaka?

Silver in the Unaka is fiction.

Does Silver in the Unaka have any content warnings?

Silver in the Unaka has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Murder, Historical Violence, Suspense. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Silver in the Unaka?

Silver in the Unaka by Buddy Johnson is 147 pages.

Silver in the Unaka

Buddy Johnson

Silver in the Unaka

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Buddy Johnson

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

The sharp clang of pickaxes echoes through the misty Appalachian mountains, mixing with the earthy scent of damp soil and hidden secrets. Somewhere in this tangled wilderness, the lost Garland silver mine waits, its glittering treasure buried beneath layers of history and mystery. Whispers of old maps and shadowy figures hint at a secret that could change everything, but the truth remains just out of reach.

Themes

Adventure Historical MysterySociologyFamily

Quick Assessment

Set against the backdrop of the Southern Appalachian mountains, this historical fiction novel explores the legend of the lost Garland silver mine through a mix of folklore and documented accounts. Suitable for ages 13 to 18, it involves themes of intrigue, history, and adventure with some references to murder and conflict, making it appropriate for mature young readers interested in regional history and mystery. Parents should note the story includes historical violence and suspenseful elements.