End of Watch
by Stephen King
Large Print Press 2017
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.5 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include suicide and its ripple effects, trauma and recovery
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Genre
Themes
- good vs. evil
- obsession
- mind control and autonomy
- suicide and its ripple effects
- friendship and loyalty
- justice and moral responsibility
- aging and mortality
- trauma and recovery
- technology as a weapon
- revenge
About this book
The finale of the Bill Hodges trilogy finds retired detective Bill Hodges and Holly Gibney probing a string of apparent suicides tied to the Mercedes Massacre, while the perpetrator, Brady Hartsfield, awakens to a terrifying new psychic ability that lets him manipulate victims from his hospital room.
Setting: An unnamed Midwestern U.S. city; hospitals, homes, and urban environs; contemporary (2010s).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is End of Watch right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for End of Watch. The reading level is AR 5.5, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include good vs. evil, obsession, mind control and autonomy.
How long does it take to read End of Watch?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, End of Watch takes around 12h to finish. The book has 118,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does End of Watch have an AR quiz?
Yes — End of Watch has an AR quiz available, worth 16 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 End of Watch?
End of Watch has an AR reading level of 5.5, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.