The nightclub

Georges Simenon

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The nightclub

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Georges Simenon

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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.

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About This Book

The nightclub buzzes with music and whispers as a young reporter sneaks inside, chasing a mysterious girl. Suddenly, danger looms when shady figures corner him with a risky demand. Will he find a way out or get trapped deeper in their secrets?

Themes

MysteryAdventureFriendshipComing of AgeContinental European FictionPolice Procedural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows a young reporter who becomes entangled with criminals after frequenting a nightclub. While the story involves themes of danger and deception, it is suitable for readers aged 9-12 with parental guidance due to its depiction of crime and risky situations. The setting in Paris and Belgium adds a rich European backdrop to the suspenseful narrative.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

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

Content Flags

Crime Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

175 pages
ISBN
0151655898
Pages
175
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt P
Published
1979
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Continental European FictionFiction_mystery & Detective_police ProceduralMaigret, Jules_fictionParis_fictionFrance_fictionMaigretJulesParisFrance