What reading level is Smoke and shadows?

Smoke and shadows by Tanya Huff is at a Level 5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Smoke and shadows appropriate for?

Smoke and shadows is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Mystery, Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril.

What genre is Smoke and shadows?

Smoke and shadows is fiction — Canadian fiction.

Does Smoke and shadows have any content warnings?

Smoke and shadows has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Mystery, Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Smoke and shadows?

Smoke and shadows by Tanya Huff is 375 pages (approximately 112,985 words).

Smoke and shadows

Tanya Huff

Smoke and shadows

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tanya Huff

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

The text is written at a 5th 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

When a young actress working on a hit vampire TV show is mysteriously found dead, Tony Foster, a sharp production assistant, senses more than just an accident. Seeking help, he reaches out to Henry Fitzroy, a centuries-old vampire with secrets of his own, to uncover the dark forces at play behind the scenes. Together, they navigate a thrilling mystery shrouded in shadows and danger.

Themes

Mystery Fantasy World-Building AdventureSupernaturalFriendship

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mystery, fantasy violence, mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mystery Fantasy Violence Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

375 pages

112,985 words

12h 33m read-aloud

ISBN: 0756401836
Pages: 375
Publisher: D A W Books, Incorporated
Published: 2004
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 112,985
Read-Aloud: ~12h 33m
Text Density: Dense

Genres

Canadian fiction

Subjects

Fitzroy, HenryNelson, VickiVampiresWomen Private InvestigatorsOntarioTorontoTelevisionProduction and DirectionVancouverHenry FitzroyVicki NelsonTelevision Programs

Places

TorontoOntarioVancouver (B.C.)