What reading level is Wild Magic?

Wild Magic by Tamora Pierce is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Wild Magic appropriate for?

Wild Magic is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril.

What genre is Wild Magic?

Wild Magic is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Wild Magic have any content warnings?

Wild Magic has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fantasy Violence, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Wild Magic?

Wild Magic by Tamora Pierce is 384 pages.

Wild Magic

Tamora Pierce

Wild Magic

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(The Immortals #1)

by Tamora Pierce

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

The rustle of leaves and the soft neighing of horses fill the cool morning air as Daine steps into the royal stables. She can feel the wild magic buzzing beneath her skin, connecting her to every creature around her. But when dark shadows stir beyond the veil, Daine realizes her gift is more than a secret—it’s a powerful force that could save her world.

Themes

Human-animal communicationSupernaturalAdventure Coming of Age Fantasy World-Building

Quick Assessment

Wild Magic follows thirteen-year-old Daine, who discovers her extraordinary ability to communicate with and command animals. As she trains under a master mage and faces emerging supernatural threats, the story explores themes of courage, friendship, and responsibility. Suitable for teens ages 13 and up, the novel contains fantasy violence and some suspenseful moments related to battles with immortal creatures.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Mild Peril

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

384 pages

ISBN: 9781416903437
Pages: 384
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Published: May 31, 2005
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Human-animal CommunicationSupernaturalFantasyScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicGirls & WomenAction & AdventureThe ImmortalsTortalDaineParanormal FictionAlannaMagicNumairTortallWolvesLarge Type BooksFantasy FictionYoung Adult FictionTeen Fantasy FictionChild and Youth FictionOrphansAdventure and Adventurers