The Wrath of Mulgarath

Holly Black

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The Wrath of Mulgarath

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Movie Tie-in Edition

by Holly Black

Illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi

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

Jared, Simon, and Mallory stumble through the shattered remains of their home, heart pounding as they realize Mulgarath has stolen more than just a precious book—he's taken their mother! With goblins closing in and time running out, they team up with magical creatures to dive into the elven realm. Can they save their family and stop Mulgarath before darkness falls?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy adventure follows the Grace siblings as they confront the villainous Mulgarath, who has invaded their home and kidnapped their mother. Blending elements of magic, folklore, and thrilling action, the story is suitable for children ages 9-12 and offers themes of family loyalty and bravery. While intense moments of peril and conflict occur, the content remains appropriate for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

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
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9781416950219
Pages
160
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
January 1, 2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureFamilySiblingsScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicLegends, Myths, FablesFairy Tales & FolkloreLegends, Myths, & FablesDwarfsGoblinsMonstersAdventure and AdventurersFairy TalesKinderbuch Ab 8 JahrenFantasyMädchenJungenGeschwisterBruderSchwesterBrüderElternScheidungMutterGroßtanteUmzugAltes HausGebäudeUnheimlichSpookySpukigNeuenglandMerkwürdige DingeSeltsamFantastische WesenAbenteuerHeimZuhauseZerstörtFinale

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