The impossible boy
Mark Griffiths
The impossible boy
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Mark Griffiths
The text is written at a 6th 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
I’m about to tell you a secret: in the quiet town of Blue Hills, things aren’t as normal as they seem. Objects come alive, mysterious time travelers slip through crowds, and kids suddenly have strange new powers—but that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction blends humor, mystery, and fantasy as two young detectives uncover magical and mysterious events in a small town. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story features imaginative scenarios and light supernatural elements without intense violence or mature themes. It offers an engaging introduction to fantasy and adventure for young readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780857075390
- Pages
- 272
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Children's UK
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction