Stormbreaker
Anthony Horowitz
Stormbreaker
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Anthony Horowitz
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
Here's a secret: Alex Rider isn't just any ordinary kid—he’s about to step into a world of spies and secrets after losing his guardian. Suddenly, he's not just a teenager; he's Britain's latest hope against hidden dangers. But that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Stormbreaker follows fourteen-year-old Alex Rider, who is thrust into the perilous world of espionage after the death of his guardian uncle. This middle-grade thriller introduces themes of danger, terrorism, and loss, suitable for readers aged 9-12 who can handle mild peril and suspenseful action. Parents should note the presence of some tense situations appropriate for mature middle-grade readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780698119345
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- Puffin Books
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction