What reading level is The kill?

The kill by Lisa Smith is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The kill appropriate for?

The kill is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The kill?

The kill is fiction — Fantasy fiction.

Does The kill have any content warnings?

The kill has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. 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 kill?

The kill by Lisa Smith is 228 pages.

The kill

Lisa Smith

The kill

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lisa Smith

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The shadows twist as you run through the devil’s playground, heart pounding in your chest. Every step could be your last—because if you lose, the devil always collects his price. Will you escape, or is this game already over?

Themes

HorrorAdventureSupernaturalJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror fiction introduces readers to a dark and suspenseful story where characters face supernatural challenges and high stakes. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains spooky themes and mild peril typical of the horror genre but avoids graphic content. Parents should be aware of the eerie atmosphere and suspenseful moments that may be intense for sensitive readers.