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Linda Sue Park

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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Linda Sue Park

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Amy and Dan are the smartest clue hunters out there—no mystery is too tricky for them to solve. When a shadowy figure appears, they're plunged into a whirlwind of secrets and danger that could change everything. Discovering the truth isn't just a game—it's a race against time.

Themes

FamilyAdventureMysteryBrothers and SistersCiphers

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade adventure follows siblings Amy and Dan as they unravel family secrets through puzzles and ciphers while evading a mysterious antagonist. Suitable for readers aged 9 to 12, the story combines mystery and suspense with themes of family and teamwork. Parents should note some mild peril but no intense violence or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

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.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

190 pages
ISBN
9780545090674
Pages
190
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Family SecretsBrothers and SistersCiphersCode and Cipher StoriesOrphansGood and EvilFamiliesSecret SocietiesAdventure and AdventurersGenealogyMystery and Detective Stories