What reading level is Spells?

Spells by Aprilynne Pike is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Spells appropriate for?

Spells is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Spells?

Spells is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Spells have any content warnings?

Spells has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). 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.

How many pages is Spells?

Spells by Aprilynne Pike is 359 pages.

Spells

Aprilynne Pike

Spells

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Aprilynne Pike

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

What if you discovered you were a faerie with secret powers? Imagine being sent to a mysterious academy where you must relearn magic to protect your family and a hidden town from dangerous trolls. But what if the biggest threat comes from someone you never expected?

Themes

Fantasy & MagicAdolescence & Coming of AgeFriendshipSocial ThemesGirls & Women

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows sixteen-year-old Laurel, who attends a magical academy to master her faerie abilities and protect both her human family and the enchanted town of Avalon from trolls. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of friendship, identity, and courage in the face of danger, with mild fantasy peril and social challenges. Parents should know it includes fantasy violence and coming-of-age themes.