The cat

Georges Simenon

Cover of The cat

The cat

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Georges Simenon

Reading Level 4-5 9MT 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

The city hums with secrets as a mysterious cat prowls the dark streets. Suddenly, a shadow moves—something's not right tonight. Who—or what—is watching from the shadows?

Themes

MysteryDetectiveCity LifeLiterary Fiction

Quick Assessment

This literary mystery follows a suspenseful police procedural set against the backdrop of city life, suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. The story features intriguing detective elements and explores themes of mystery and urban complexity without intense content. Parents should note the book's sophisticated narrative style and suspenseful tone.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

182 pages
ISBN
0156155494
Pages
182
Publisher
Harvest Books
Published
1976
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

LiteraryMystery & DetectivePolice ProceduralCity LifeFrench Language MaterialsFranceMaigretJulesParisContinental European FictionFrench FictionTranslations Into English