THE MOON OF GOMRATH (del Ray Bk)

Alan Garner

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THE MOON OF GOMRATH (del Ray Bk)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alan Garner

Reading Level 4-5 9MP 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

What if a magical bracelet held the key to saving an ancient race of elves? Susan faces a tough choice: lend her precious charm to help them or keep it safe as warned by the wizard Cadellin. But without its protection, danger looms closer than ever—can she protect herself and the magic she holds?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This fantasy novel follows Susan as she navigates the perilous consequences of lending a magical bracelet to the elves, despite warnings from a wise wizard. Suitable for teens, the story explores themes of trust, bravery, and the mystical world of magic. Parents should note the presence of fantasy peril and suspenseful situations typical for middle to high school readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

142 pages
ISBN
9780345290410
Pages
142
Publisher
Ballantine Books
Published
August 12, 1981
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Non-ClassifiableScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicNonfictionFantasy