The Crow (After Dark 4)

Peter Lawrence

Cover of The Crow (After Dark 4)

The Crow (After Dark 4)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter Lawrence

Illustrated by Tom Jellet

Reading Level 2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

The old station wagon screeches to a stop beside Travis and his sister. The driver’s voice is sharp, asking for a shortcut up the hill. Suddenly, Travis feels a chill—something’s not right, and time is running out.

Themes

Horror & ghost storiesChillersFamily

Quick Assessment

This illustrated horror novel for readers aged 10-12 follows Travis and his family as they face an eerie encounter with a mysterious driver. The story includes suspenseful moments and mild peril suitable for children comfortable with spooky themes. Parents should note the book’s focus on horror elements typical of early middle-grade ghost stories.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

47 pages
ISBN
9780850917536
Pages
47
Publisher
Lothian Children's Books
Published
2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror & Ghost Stories, Chillers