Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony
by Perfection Learning Corporation
Turtleback 2019
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.6 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- responsibility
- redemption
- identity
- loyalty
- courage
- magic vs. technology
- cleverness and strategy
About this book
In this fifth Artemis Fowl adventure, a time-ripped demon species begins popping into the human world, and only teenage mastermind Artemis and Captain Holly Short can figure out how to stop a catastrophe. With cutting-edge tech, clever puzzles, and razor-sharp banter, the duo races across the globe and into a hidden realm to outsmart rivals and protect both worlds. Fast-paced action mixes with humor and big ideas about responsibility and redemption. Perfect for advanced middle-grade readers who like fantasy with science, heists, and high-stakes twists.
Setting: present-day Europe and the hidden demon world of Hybras, alongside the subterranean fairy Lower Elements
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony. The reading level is AR 5.6, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include friendship, responsibility, redemption.
How long does it take to read Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony takes around 8.7h to finish. The book has 86,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony have an AR quiz?
Yes — Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony has an AR quiz available, worth 12 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony?
Artemis Fowl: Lost Colony has an AR reading level of 5.6, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.