What reading level is Under Wildwood?

Under Wildwood by Colin Meloy is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Under Wildwood appropriate for?

Under Wildwood is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Under Wildwood?

Under Wildwood is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Under Wildwood have any content warnings?

Under Wildwood has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Under Wildwood?

Under Wildwood by Colin Meloy is 592 pages.

Under Wildwood

Colin Meloy

Under Wildwood

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Wildwood Chronicles

by Colin Meloy

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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 the magical forest you once saved was still full of secrets and danger? Imagine returning to a place where dark assassins lurk and a powerful titan wants to control everything. Now, Prue and Curtis must dive deeper than ever before—under Wildwood—to protect their friends and bring peace to a divided land.

Themes

Fantasy World-Building Adventure Friendship FamilyEnvironmental Awareness

Quick Assessment

Under Wildwood is the second book in the Wildwood Chronicles series, following Prue McKeel as she returns to the magical forest to face new threats. This middle-grade fantasy adventure explores themes of courage, friendship, and environmental respect, suitable for ages 9 to 12. The story contains mild peril and fantasy violence but remains appropriate for this age group.