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The house of dead maids

by Clare B. Dunkle

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Unknown

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

When Tabby Aykroyd arrives at the eerie Seldom House to care for a wild young boy, she soon uncovers restless spirits and dark secrets lurking in the misty Yorkshire moors. Haunted by the ghosts of past maids and masters, Tabby must confront forces beyond the grave while watching the boy destined for a troubled future shape his own path. This chilling tale weaves mystery and gothic atmosphere, inviting readers into a world where loyalty and danger intertwine.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalFantasy World-BuildingFamilyOrphansMystery

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Ghosts Fear & Anxiety Loneliness Emotional: Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9780805091168
Published
2010
Type
Fiction
Word Count
29,654

Genres

Young Adult Fiction

Subjects

Brontë family -- FictionHousehold employees -- FictionGhosts -- FictionRites and ceremonies -- FictionOrphans -- FictionGreat Britain -- History -- 19th century -- Fiction