The house of the seven gables

Malvina G. Vogel

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The house of the seven gables

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Malvina G. Vogel

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

A powerful family in New England faces a long history of troubles tied to greed and an ancient curse that stretches back two centuries. As secrets unravel within their mysterious old home, the family's fate hangs in the balance, blending history and haunting in a gripping tale. Discover how the past's shadows shape the present and challenge their future.

Themes

FamilySecretsHaunted HousesHistorical

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

240 pages
24,376 words
2h 43m read-aloud
ISBN
1596792426
Pages
240
Publisher
ABDO
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
24,376
Read-Aloud
~2h 43m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

SecretsFamilyHaunted HousesNew England19th Century