What reading level is The knife that killed me?

The knife that killed me by Anthony McGowan is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is The knife that killed me appropriate for?

The knife that killed me is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Bullying, Mild Peril.

What genre is The knife that killed me?

The knife that killed me is fiction.

Does The knife that killed me have any content warnings?

The knife that killed me has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Bullying, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The knife that killed me?

The knife that killed me by Anthony McGowan is 216 pages (approximately 45,422 words).

The knife that killed me

Anthony McGowan

The knife that killed me

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anthony McGowan

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Paul Varderman tries to find his place at a tough English Catholic school where fitting in feels impossible. When the school bully hands him a knife and pushes him to join his gang, Paul faces difficult choices that test his courage and loyalty. Navigating friendship and danger, he learns what it truly means to stand up for himself.