The Author's Blood (The Wormling)

Jerry B. Jenkins

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The Author's Blood (The Wormling)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jerry B. Jenkins

Wormling

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 5th 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

Owen Reeder, known as the Wormling, prepares for an epic showdown with the fearsome Dragon. Armed with the wisdom from The Book of the King and the support of his friends, he discovers that even his vulnerabilities can be his greatest strength. Together, they embark on a thrilling adventure filled with magic and courage.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

7/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

368 pages
55,072 words
6h 7m read-aloud
ISBN
9781414301594
Pages
368
Publisher
Tyndale Kids
Published
January 10, 2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
55,072
Read-Aloud
~6h 7m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

ReligiousChristianScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicYoung Adult FictionAdventure and AdventurersConduct of LifeGood and Evil