The haunting of Chas McGill
Robert Westall
The haunting of Chas McGill
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
And Other Stories
by Robert Westall
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
There’s a secret about Chas McGill that no one talks about—a shadow that moves when no one’s watching. Strange things start happening, and the chilling truth is just the beginning of the mystery. What lurks in the dark will make your skin tingle, but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection features supernatural short stories centered around eerie and ghostly experiences, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. The book delivers spooky thrills without graphic content, making it appropriate for middle-grade readers who enjoy mild horror and suspense. Parents should note that the stories may include themes of fear and the supernatural but remain age-appropriate for this audience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0333347625
- Pages
- 155
- Publisher
- Macmillan Children's
- Published
- 1983
- Type
- Fiction