What reading level is Was it murder??

Was it murder? by James Hilton is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Was it murder? appropriate for?

Was it murder? is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Was it murder??

Was it murder? is fiction — Detective and mystery stories.

Does Was it murder? have any content warnings?

Was it murder? has a HootRating of 11LE (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 Was it murder??

Was it murder? by James Hilton is 258 pages.

Was it murder?

James Hilton

Was it murder?

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Hilton

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

I have a secret to tell you about a mysterious death at Oakington school. A boy named Robert died when a gas fitting fell on him while he slept, but something about the story doesn’t add up. Colin Revell is here to uncover the truth, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

MysteryDetectiveSchool Life

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Colin Revell, an Oxford graduate, as he investigates a suspicious accidental death at his former boarding school. While the story contains some complex themes related to mystery and school life, it is suitable for ages 9-12 and offers an engaging, thoughtful detective narrative without graphic content.