Virtual Vandals (Tom Clancy's Net Force; Young Adults, No. 1)

Tom Clancy, Steve R Pieczenik

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Virtual Vandals (Tom Clancy's Net Force; Young Adults, No. 1)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tom Clancy, Steve R Pieczenik

Reading Level 5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

Matt Hunter dodges a fastball in a holographic baseball game when suddenly, shadowy gangsters from the 1930s burst onto the field, turning fun into chaos. Virtual vandals are crashing the game, and Matt has no idea what they want—or how to stop them. Can he protect his team before everything goes up in smoke?

Themes

AdventureMysteryScience & TechnologyLaw & CrimeScience Fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade science fiction adventure follows Matt Hunter and his friends as they navigate a dangerous virtual reality world invaded by hostile characters. Aimed at readers ages 9 to 12, the story blends technology, mystery, and law enforcement themes with some mild peril suitable for this age group. Parents should note the presence of virtual conflict but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780606204309
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
February 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Law & CrimeScience & TechnologyComputersScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicMystery & DetectiveEspionage