The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio))
Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi
The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio))
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Holly Black, Tony DiTerlizzi
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
Jared, Simon, and Mallory dash through the shadowy forest, hearts pounding as Mulgarath’s monstrous army closes in. Magic crackles in the air, and danger lurks behind every tree. Suddenly, a chilling roar breaks the silence—what will happen next?
Quick Assessment
This audiobook follows three siblings—Jared, Simon, and Mallory Grace—who discover a hidden magical world filled with danger and adventure. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, the story features fantasy elements and mild peril but remains appropriate for middle-grade listeners. Parents should note themes of bravery and teamwork as the children face mythical creatures and challenges.
Why we rated The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio)) 9LP
The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio)) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 176 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio)) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio)) as 9LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, The Wrath of Mulgarath (Spiderwick Chronicles (Audio)) explores adventure, fantasy world-building, family, and friendship — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, fantasy world-building, family.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781400090617
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- December 2004
- Type
- Fiction