Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb
by DEREK. LANDY
HarperCollins Children's Books 2024
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.2 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- courage
- good vs. evil
- identity
- loyalty
- found family
- sacrifice
- redemption
About this book
A new adventure in Derek Landy’s Skulduggery Pleasant universe, this story throws the wisecracking skeleton detective and Valkyrie Cain into a chilling, ghost‑ridden mystery with high stakes and razor‑sharp humor. Expect fast action, clever banter, and supernatural twists as the pair navigate secret magic and very real danger. It’s a great fit for confident middle‑grade and young teen readers who like spooky thrills mixed with laugh‑out‑loud moments. Fans of urban fantasy and detective stories will love the blend of mystery, monsters, and mayhem.
Setting: contemporary Ireland and a hidden magical underworld
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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, courage, good vs. evil.
How long does it take to read Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb takes around 11h to finish. The book has 110,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb have an AR quiz?
Yes — Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb has an AR quiz available, worth 14 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 Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb?
Skulduggery_haunted Exaiie Tpb has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.