What reading level is The Kestrel?

The Kestrel by Lloyd Alexander is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is The Kestrel appropriate for?

The Kestrel is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 11MP (Moderate — Physical). Content flags: Mild Peril, War & Conflict.

What genre is The Kestrel?

The Kestrel is fiction — Imaginary places.

Does The Kestrel have any content warnings?

The Kestrel has a HootRating of 11MP (Moderate — Physical). Content flags include: Mild Peril, War & Conflict. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Kestrel?

The Kestrel by Lloyd Alexander is 256 pages.

The Kestrel

Lloyd Alexander

The Kestrel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lloyd Alexander

Reading Level 6 11MP Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of swords echoes through the smoky air, mixing with the scent of burning wood and the thrill of a kingdom on the edge. Theo steps into a world where every choice could change the fate of Westmark. Courage and loyalty will be tested like never before, and the future hangs in the balance.

Themes

AdventureFantasy & MagicComing of AgeWar & Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is the second book in The Westmark Trilogy, following Theo as he journeys to Westmark to prepare for his role as Prince Consort amidst the outbreak of war. Suitable for teens, it explores themes of bravery, leadership, and the complexities of political conflict. Parents should note the presence of war-related tension and action typical of young adult fantasy.