The wicked one
Mollie Hunter
The wicked one
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Story of Suspense
by Mollie Hunter
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
What if a mysterious creature from another world kept chasing you and your family? Imagine leaving everything you know in the Scottish Highlands to find safety across the ocean in America. But can Colin escape the Grollican’s relentless pursuit, or is danger closer than he thinks?
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction follows Colin Grant and his family as they flee the Scottish Highlands to escape a supernatural threat called the Grollican. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story blends folklore with themes of family and courage. Parents should note the presence of a haunting creature and the tension arising from the family’s flight from danger.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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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
- 0060226471
- Pages
- 136
- Publisher
- Harpercollins Childrens Books
- Published
- 1977
- Type
- Fiction