The Deadliest Game (Tom Clancy's Net Force; Young Adult)

Tom Clancy

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The Deadliest Game (Tom Clancy's Net Force; Young Adult)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tom Clancy

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

Here's a secret: players in the hottest online wargame, "The Dominion of Sarxos," are disappearing one by one. Megan O'Malley and Leif Anderson are on the trail of a shadowy enemy who’s more dangerous than anyone imagined, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Law & CrimeScience & Technology - ComputersScience FictionAction & AdventureEspionage

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade thriller features young heroes Megan and Leif as they investigate a mysterious threat targeting players of a popular online game. The story blends action, technology, and espionage suitable for readers aged 9-12, with themes around computer use and online safety. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and suspense typical of adventure 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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

182 pages
ISBN
9780606204187
Pages
182
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
February 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Law & CrimeScience & TechnologyComputersScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicAction & AdventureEspionage