The Gate of Bones

Emily Drake

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The Gate of Bones

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(The Magickers #4) (The Magickers)

by Emily Drake

Reading Level 8 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

What if a magical gate could open the door to a whole new world? Imagine stepping into Haven, a place where the Magickers are building an incredible academy. But when the Dark Hand tries to unleash a terrible evil through another gate, everything you know could be at risk—can the Magickers stop it before it’s too late?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel follows the Magickers as they open a portal to the magical world of Haven and begin constructing the Iron Mountain Academy. Meanwhile, an opposing force known as the Dark Hand seeks to open a gate that could release a dangerous evil threatening both Haven and the Magickers. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains fantasy violence and themes of good versus evil but remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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

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Details

Book Length

416 pages
ISBN
9780756402655
Pages
416
Publisher
DAW Hardcover
Published
September 6, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Science Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicFantasyMagicAmerican Fantasy FictionCamps