What reading level is The king slayer?

The king slayer by Virginia Boecker is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The king slayer appropriate for?

The king slayer is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fantasy Violence, Physical Danger, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Loyalty.

What genre is The king slayer?

The king slayer is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does The king slayer have any content warnings?

The king slayer has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fantasy Violence, Physical Danger, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Loyalty. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The king slayer?

The king slayer by Virginia Boecker is 377 pages.

The king slayer

Virginia Boecker

The king slayer

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

a sequel to The witch hunter

by Virginia Boecker

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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.

Find on Amazon

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

The sharp clang of swords echoes through the misty village as Elizabeth Grey hides from the king who wants her captured. The air smells of smoke and magic, and every step she takes could lead to danger or a chance to save her friends. With the fate of her world hanging in the balance, Elizabeth must find the courage to face the shadows within and around her.

Themes

MagicFantasy World-BuildingLoyaltyAdventure Friendship

Quick Assessment

The King Slayer is a middle-grade fantasy novel following Elizabeth Grey, a former witch hunter now allied with witches and wizards as she evades a ruthless king. The story explores themes of loyalty, magic, and sacrifice, with action and suspense appropriate for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note that the book includes fantasy violence, magical battles, and the emotional challenges of war.