Trickster's girl

Hilari Bell

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Trickster's girl

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hilari Bell

Reading Level 6 11MT Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of metal doors echoes through the cold, sterile hallways of a world ruled by technology. Magic feels like a forgotten whisper, but when secrets from the past awaken, everything changes. Can one girl find her place between science and ancient power, or will the future slip through her fingers?

Quick Assessment

Set a century after 9/11 in a futuristic, high-security environment, this young adult novel explores the clash between advanced technology and rediscovered magic. It combines action and adventure with themes of family and environmental consciousness, suitable for readers aged 13 to 18. Parents should note the story involves suspense and complex world-building but contains no intense violence or mature content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

281 pages
ISBN
9780547196206
Pages
281
Publisher
HMH Books For Young Readers
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureFamilyScience & NatureEnvironmentSocial ThemesDeath, Grief, BereavementScience FictionYoung Adult FictionFantasyGirls & WomenLegends, Myths, FablesEnvironmental DegradationMagicAdventure and AdventurersFamily ProblemsGriefShapeshiftingFamily CrisesEnvironmental ProtectionFamily Life

Places

Pacific Northwest