The Starlight Claim
Tim Wynne-Jones
The Starlight Claim
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Tim Wynne-Jones
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
What if you set out alone into a frozen wilderness, hoping to find your missing best friend? Imagine stumbling upon a cabin not empty, but taken over by dangerous escapees. Could you survive the cold—and the secrets waiting inside?
Quick Assessment
This young adult thriller follows Nate, a teenager who embarks on a solo winter journey to find his missing friend. The story combines survival challenges with psychological suspense as Nate confronts dangerous escaped prisoners and uncovers family secrets. Suitable for ages 13 and up, the book includes themes of danger, loss, and resilience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11IE — Intense — EmotionalHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781536202649
- Pages
- 226
- Publisher
- Candlewick
- Published
- 2019
- Type
- Fiction