The game of triumphs
Laura Powell
The game of triumphs
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Laura Powell
The text is written at a 6th 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
The sharp shuffle of Tarot cards fills the air, their edges whispering secrets of another world. Suddenly, Cat and her friends are pulled through a shimmering doorway into a dimension where every choice could be their last. The game is thrilling, but the stakes are higher than they ever imagined.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fantasy follows fifteen-year-old Cat and three other teens from London as they navigate a perilous game involving Tarot cards that open portals to alternate dimensions. While the story explores supernatural themes and the excitement of role-playing, it also contains elements of danger and suspense, making it suitable for readers ages 9 to 12 who enjoy thrilling adventures. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and fantasy violence within the narrative.
Why we rated The game of triumphs 11MP
The game of triumphs is written at a Level 6 reading level across 268 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The game of triumphs works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate The game of triumphs as 11MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril, Fantasy Violence.
Thematically, The game of triumphs explores tarot, games, role playing, supernatural, and space and time — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about tarot, games, role playing.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
- ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780375865657
- Pages
- 268
- Publisher
- Ember
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction