What reading level is Tall, dark and deadly?

Tall, dark and deadly by Carolyn Keene is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Tall, dark and deadly appropriate for?

Tall, dark and deadly is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Tall, dark and deadly?

Tall, dark and deadly is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Tall, dark and deadly have any content warnings?

Tall, dark and deadly has a HootRating of 9LE (Light — 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 Tall, dark and deadly?

Tall, dark and deadly by Carolyn Keene is 160 pages.

Tall, dark and deadly

Carolyn Keene

Tall, dark and deadly

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carolyn Keene

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What secrets could be hidden behind a computer dating service? Nancy and Bess dive into a puzzling mystery when college freshman Ava Woods goes missing. Can they uncover the truth before it's too late?

Themes

Mystery Friendship AdventureDetective Stories

Quick Assessment

This mystery novel follows Nancy and Bess as they investigate the disappearance of a college freshman connected to a computer dating service. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, it explores themes of friendship, investigation, and suspense without graphic content. Parents should note the story involves mild peril and mystery elements typical of young adult detective fiction.