Summonded
Cameron Dokey
Summonded
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cameron Dokey
The text is written at a 6th 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
Doyle sees a terrifying vision of fire and death that could change everything. When he collapses, shy Terri steps in to help, but new mysterious friends soon appear. And then Cordelia ends up with an ancient amulet that holds secrets no one can ignore.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel blends supernatural and science fiction elements as it follows characters confronting visions, mysterious friendships, and an ancient amulet with powerful significance. Appropriate for ages 9-12, the story includes themes of occult and supernatural events, with mild tension related to visions of danger. Parents should note the presence of mystical content but no graphic violence or mature themes.
Why we rated Summonded 11LP
Summonded is written at a Level 6 reading level across 294 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Summonded works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Summonded as 11LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, Summonded explores occult & supernatural, science fiction, friendship, and mystery — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about occult & supernatural, science fiction, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780613632379
- Pages
- 294
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- 2001-01
- Type
- Fiction