Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows
by Erin Hunter
HarperCollins 2020
Great fit for 5th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- loyalty and duty
- deception and truth
- leadership
- courage
- community vs. individual
- mystery
- justice
About this book
As tensions rise among the warrior Clans, an impostor wearing Bramblestar’s face tightens his grip on ThunderClan. A small group of cats knows the truth and races to uncover answers before distrust sparks open conflict. With high stakes, fast-paced battles, and a deep mystery, this installment keeps readers turning pages. Perfect for fans of adventure and animal fantasy who enjoy complex clan politics and questions of loyalty.
Setting: the forest and lake territories of the warrior Clans
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows right for my child?
Yes — Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows is a great fit for 5th grade. The reading level is AR 5.3, 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, loyalty and duty, deception and truth.
How long does it take to read Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows takes around 7.7h to finish. The book has 76,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows have an AR quiz?
Yes — Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows has an AR quiz available, worth 10 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 Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows?
Warriors: The Broken Code #3: Veil of Shadows has an AR reading level of 5.3, 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.