What reading level is Wildwood?

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

What age is Wildwood appropriate for?

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

What genre is Wildwood?

Wildwood is fiction — Fantasy fiction.

Does Wildwood have any content warnings?

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 Wildwood?

Wildwood by Carson Ellis is 560 pages.

Wildwood

Carson Ellis

Wildwood

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carson Ellis

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 your brother was snatched by a murder of crows and taken into a mysterious, tangled forest no one dares to enter? Imagine stepping into the Impassable Wilderness, where every shadow hides secrets and danger lurks behind every tree. Can Prue and her friend Curtis brave the unknown to save him—and discover a world fighting for its own freedom?

Themes

Fantasy World-Building Adventure Friendship Coming of Age FamilyAnimals

Quick Assessment

Wildwood is a middle-grade fantasy novel about a girl whose brother is kidnapped by crows and taken to a magical, perilous forest near Portland. As Prue and her friend Curtis journey deeper into this wilderness, they encounter fantastical creatures and face challenges that test their courage and friendship. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book blends adventure, coming-of-age themes, and richly imagined fantasy elements without intense violence or mature content.