Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train
by Angie Sage
Katherine Tegen Books 2022
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- friendship
- courage
- family legacy
- destiny vs. choice
- loyalty
- power and responsibility
- resilience
About this book
In the action-packed finale of Angie Sage’s Enchanter’s Child duology, Alex must lean into her emerging magic and outsmart sinister enchantments as a dangerous midnight train ride hurtles her toward the truth about her past. With friends old and new, she races across a vividly imagined realm where prophecies, power, and loyalty collide. Humor and heart balance the danger, making this a great pick for fantasy fans who love fast-paced quests and clever world-building. Ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy magic, mystery, and brave heroes finding their place.
Setting: a magic-infused fantasy kingdom, much of it unfolding during a perilous midnight train journey across towns, forests, and castles
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train right for my child?
Yes — Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.8, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include identity, friendship, courage.
How long does it take to read Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train takes around 8.9h to finish. The book has 88,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train have an AR quiz?
Yes — Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train has an AR quiz available, worth 13 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 Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train?
Enchanter's Child, Book Two: Midnight Train has an AR reading level of 5.8, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — 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.