The hound of Rowan

Henry H. Neff

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The hound of Rowan

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Henry H. Neff

Tapestry

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Max Daniels uncovers a magical Celtic tapestry that thrusts him into the hidden world of Rowan Academy, a secret school full of wonder and danger. As valuable artworks vanish and children go missing, Max must harness his emerging powers and team up with friends to confront a shadowy battle between good and evil. Adventure and mystery await at every turn as Max discovers his true destiny.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, kidnapping, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 11+.

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 Kidnapping Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

414 pages
102,747 words
11h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
9780375838941
Pages
414
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
102,747
Read-Aloud
~11h 25m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

MagicSchoolsKidnappingFathers and SonsArt