What reading level is The Man in the Woods?

The Man in the Woods by Theresa J. Gonsalves is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Man in the Woods appropriate for?

The Man in the Woods is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery, Physical/Safety: Mild Peril.

What genre is The Man in the Woods?

The Man in the Woods is fiction — Fiction.

How many pages is The Man in the Woods?

The Man in the Woods by Theresa J. Gonsalves is 294 pages.

The Man in the Woods

Theresa J. Gonsalves

The Man in the Woods

Q: Does The Man in the Woods have any content warnings?

The Man in the Woods has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery, Physical/Safety: Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Theresa J. Gonsalves

Reading Level 6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

What would you do if someone you trusted was hiding a terrible secret? Theresa uncovers a dark mystery about her brother that changes everything she thought she knew. Can she find the truth and stop the danger lurking in the woods?

Themes

Mystery Family Social Justice Identity & Self-Discovery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery tackles very serious and sensitive issues involving child abuse and the challenges of seeking justice. It follows Theresa as she confronts her brother's long-hidden crimes and struggles with why such harm happens. Due to its mature and potentially distressing content, it is recommended for older middle-grade readers with parental guidance.