The Soldiers of Halla cover

The Soldiers of Halla

Author: MacHale, D.J.

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades Plus (MG+ 6 and up)
Book Level 4.4
Points 24.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 166009
Points per Word 0.000145
Page Count 609
Points per Page 0.039409
Series Pendragon

Description

Each of the Travelers returns home to learn the truth about their origins before being reunited for a final, inevitable confrontation with Saint Dane, whose efforts to control Halla are destroying its very foundations. Book #10

Quick Summary

The final installment of the Travelers saga brings each of the kids back to their own time, where they finally learn the hidden truths about their families and themselves. The mix of nostalgic home-coming scenes, nail-biting confrontations with Saint Dane, and a few laugh-out-loud moments gives the story both heart and high-octane adventure. Older middle-graders who have followed the series will love seeing all the pieces click together, while newcomers with a taste for time-travel, mystery, and teamwork can jump in and enjoy the fast-paced plot without feeling lost. There are a few tense, slightly scary moments especially in the climactic battle but nothing graphic, making it a solid choice for kids who like a thrill without over-the-top horror. If you're a fan of the "Percy Jackson" or "Infinity Ring" series, you'll notice a similar blend of historical settings, clever puzzles, and a rag-tag group of heroes fighting an existential threat.