What reading level is The Death Cure?

The Death Cure by James Dashner is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Death Cure appropriate for?

The Death Cure is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief.

What genre is The Death Cure?

The Death Cure is fiction. Part of the The Maze Runner series.

Does The Death Cure have any content warnings?

The Death Cure has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

The Death Cure

James Dashner

The Death Cure

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Dashner

The Maze Runner · Book 3

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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

In a world devastated by a deadly virus, a brave group of kids embarks on a daring mission to find a cure and save humanity. Facing dangerous challenges and uncovering dark secrets, they must rely on courage and friendship to overcome the odds. Adventure and hope drive their fight against time and the unknown.

Themes

Adventure Friendship Survival Science & Nature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fear & anxiety, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.