Heck
by Dale E. Basye
Heck
Reading Level 6 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
After a tragic accident, shy Milton and his rebellious sister Marlo find themselves trapped in a strange and spooky reform school called Heck. Together, they must navigate eerie challenges and uncover secrets to break free from this unsettling place. Their journey is filled with twists that blend humor and horror in a thrilling adventure.
Representation & Themes
Horror & Ghost StoriesHumorSibling RelationshipsAdventureSupernatural
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Abandonment Child Abuse Body Horror Illness & Injury Claustrophobic Scene Blood/Gore Sad Ending Death of Parent Flashing Lights or Images
Data confidence: standard
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780375840753
- Pages
- 304
- Publisher
- Random House Books for Young Readers
- Published
- July 22, 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 53,005
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Horror & Ghost StoriesJuvenile Fiction / Horror & Ghost StoriesHumorous StoriesJuvenile FictionChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 FictionChildren: Grades 4-6