What reading level is The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall?

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall by Anne McCaffrey is at a Level 7-8 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall appropriate for?

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall?

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall is fiction. Part of the Dragonriders of Pern series.

Does The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall have any content warnings?

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall?

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall by Anne McCaffrey is 336 pages (approximately 85,341 words).

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall

Anne McCaffrey

The Chronicles of Pern: First Fall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne McCaffrey

Illustrated by Keith Parkinson

Dragonriders of Pern

Reading Level 7-8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

Explore the origins of Pern in a thrilling collection of short tales that reveal the beginnings of the Dragonriders' legendary bond with their dragons. Journey through the ancient world where courage, discovery, and adventure shape the fate of this extraordinary land.

Themes

Science FictionAdventure Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild

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Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

336 pages

85,341 words

9h 29m read-aloud

ISBN: 0345368991
Pages: 336
Publisher: Del Rey
Published: 1994-Oct-01
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 85,341
Read-Aloud: ~9h 29m
Text Density: Dense

Subjects

Science FictionShort StoriesPernFantasy FictionDragonsDragons in FictionSpace Colonies in FictionLife on Other PlanetsAmerican Fantasy FictionSpace ColoniesLife on Other Planets in FictionAmerican Fantastic Fiction