Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3)
David Bergantino
Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by David Bergantino
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
There's a secret hidden inside a 3D poster that Keith just bought—a secret that opens a door to a terrifying future he never imagined. Danger lurks in the shadows of virtual reality, but that's only the beginning.
Quick Assessment
This horror fiction follows a young boy named Keith who encounters an ominous 3D poster linked to a frightening future he struggles to change. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, the story contains supernatural and suspenseful elements typical of horror genres, which may be intense for younger readers.
Why we rated Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3) 9MP
Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 160 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3) works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3) as 9MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Virtual Terror (Freddy Krueger's Tales of Terror, No 3) explores horror & ghost stories, mystery, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about horror & ghost stories, mystery, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A 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
- 9780812551907
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Tor Books
- Published
- April 1995
- Type
- Fiction