The Daemon Parallel

Roy Gill

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The Daemon Parallel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Roy Gill

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

Here's a secret: Grandma Ives can bring people back from the dead. When Cameron learns why he never visited her before, he steps into a hidden world of magic beneath Edinburgh’s streets. But facing werewolves and spider daemons is only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Cameron as he discovers his family's magical powers and navigates the dangerous Daemon Parallel beneath Edinburgh to try to resurrect his father. The story includes fantasy violence and suspenseful moments appropriate for ages 9-12, with themes of loss, trust, and bravery.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

198 pages
ISBN
9780863158698
Pages
198
Publisher
Floris Books
Published
May 01, 2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fantasy & MagicDemonologyOrphansWerewolves