What reading level is Silverfin (Young Bond)?

Silverfin (Young Bond) by C. Higson is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Silverfin (Young Bond) appropriate for?

Silverfin (Young Bond) is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9MP (Moderate — Physical).

What genre is Silverfin (Young Bond)?

Silverfin (Young Bond) is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Silverfin (Young Bond) have any content warnings?

Silverfin (Young Bond) has a HootRating of 9MP (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.

Silverfin (Young Bond)

C. Higson

Silverfin (Young Bond)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by C. Higson

Reading Level 4-5 9MP 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

James slips through the shadows of a misty Scottish lake, heart pounding as danger lurks beneath the surface. Just as he spots a mysterious figure, a chilling splash echoes across the water. What secret is waiting to be uncovered in the dark?

Themes

MysteryEspionageAdventure Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Silverfin introduces readers to a young James Bond as he begins boarding school and stumbles into his first thrilling espionage adventure. Suitable for ages 13 to 18, this prequel combines mystery and action with moderate suspense. Parents should note some scenes involve mild peril and suspenseful moments typical of spy stories.