Zom-B Angels

Darren Shan

Cover of Zom-B Angels

Zom-B Angels

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Darren Shan

Illustrated by Pleece, Warren, illustrator

Reading Level 5-6 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

The sharp scent of smoke curls through the chilly London air, mixing with the eerie silence of empty streets. B Smith’s footsteps echo on cracked pavement, following strange red arrows and a mysterious 'Z' scrawled everywhere. What secret fight is waiting ahead, and can B trust the Angels who claim to protect the living?

Themes

Horror storiesZombiesAdventureFriendship

Quick Assessment

Set in a post-apocalyptic London overrun by zombies, this middle-grade horror novel follows B Smith as they navigate a dangerous world and uncover the truth behind a group called The Angels. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes suspense and mild scary elements typical of zombie fiction but presents no graphic violence. Parents should note themes of survival and trust amid eerie settings.

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 Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

182 pages
ISBN
9780316214148
Pages
182
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Lexile
830L

Genres

Subjects

Horror StoriesZombiesLondon

Places

EnglandLondonLondon (England)