What reading level is The Curse of Jonathan Matthew?

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew by John F. Green is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Curse of Jonathan Matthew appropriate for?

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.

What genre is The Curse of Jonathan Matthew?

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Curse of Jonathan Matthew have any content warnings?

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Curse of Jonathan Matthew?

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew by John F. Green is 180 pages.

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew

John F. Green

The Curse of Jonathan Matthew

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John F. Green

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Have you ever heard a secret so spooky that it makes the whole village whisper? On Baker's Hill Road, shadows hide an ancient curse tied to Jonathan Matthew and a mysterious ax. When Veronica, Ben, and Eddy uncover a ghostly secret from 800 years ago, they realize someone dangerous will stop at nothing to claim the treasure first.

Themes

Mystery Adventure Friendship Fantasy World-Building Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Set in a small English village, this middle-grade horror mystery follows Veronica, Ben, and Eddy as they uncover the ghost of an ancient boy tied to a lost treasure. The story explores themes of courage and friendship amid suspenseful and supernatural elements, including mild peril and hints of murder. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it contains spooky moments suitable for readers who enjoy thrilling mysteries.