The Fight for the Hidden Realm cover

The Fight for the Hidden Realm

Author: McDermott, Siobhan

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 6.5
Points 13.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 79657
Points per Word 0.000163
Page Count 375
Points per Page 0.034667

Description

Zhi Ging is an outcast. Then she receives an invitation to Hok Woh, an underwater school that offers her the chance to become immortal and finally belong. Book contains bullying and cultural bias. Book #1

Quick Summary

Imagine attending a secret underwater school where the promise of immortality tempts students, but not everyone plays by the rules. Kids will root for Zhi Ging as she navigates hidden depths, confronts cultural prejudice, and discovers that true belonging comes from within rather than from magical transformations. If your kid loves the magical school settings of Harry Potter or the identity struggles in Percy Jackson, they'll dive headfirst into this oceanic adventure. This underwater tale is A Perfect Wonderful Day with Friends match for readers in grades five through seven who enjoy fantasy with heart and a touch of mystery.