The Lost Diary of Eric Bloodaxe, Viking Warrior (Lost Diaries)
Steve Barlow
The Lost Diary of Eric Bloodaxe, Viking Warrior (Lost Diaries)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Steve Barlow
The text is written at a 4th 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
Did you know Erik Bloodaxe wasn’t just a fierce Viking warrior, but also the new king of Norway? His story is hidden in a secret diary that spills all the wild adventures and royal secrets— but that’s only the beginning.
Quick Assessment
Set in 930 AD Norway, this historical fiction novel follows Erik Bloodaxe’s rise to power through the eyes of a court poet. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an engaging introduction to Viking history with mild peril and adventurous themes, without graphic content.
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Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780001007109
- Pages
- 128
- Publisher
- Collins
- Published
- June 16, 1997
- Type
- Fiction