Wormwood
G. P. Taylor
Wormwood
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by G. P. Taylor
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
What if the very ground beneath your feet suddenly began to spin wildly out of control? In London, 1756, everyone is gripped by panic as the earth feels like it's tipping and twisting like never before. Could this strange event be linked to a mysterious comet and ancient secrets waiting to be uncovered?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set in 18th-century London, this middle-grade fiction explores a supernatural event where the earth's movement becomes dangerously unpredictable. The story weaves themes of astronomy and ancient mysticism, suitable for readers aged 9-12 who enjoy historical fantasy with a touch of mystery. Parents should note the book includes some suspenseful moments but no graphic content.
Why we rated Wormwood 11MT
Wormwood is written at a Level 6 reading level across 273 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Wormwood works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Wormwood as 11MT ("Moderate — Thematic") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from thematic difficulty — 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 mild intensity score.
Thematically, Wormwood explores supernatural, fiction, comets, cabala, and astronomy — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about supernatural, fiction, comets.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MT — Moderate — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A 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
- 1591858879
- Pages
- 273
- Publisher
- Realms
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Fiction