Skulduggery Pleasant
Derek Landy
Skulduggery Pleasant
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Death Bringer
by Derek Landy
Skulduggery Pleasant
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
When Valkyrie is no longer needed by the Necromancers, a new, more dangerous Death Bringer emerges who can unlock the boundaries between life and death. Valkyrie and her unlikely ally Skulduggery Pleasant must face dark forces threatening to upset the balance of the world. Adventure, magic, and mystery collide in this thrilling tale of bravery and friendship.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780007326037
- Pages
- 602
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Children's Books
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 118,157
- Read-Aloud
- ~13h 8m
- Text Density
- Standard