Midnight Rider cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 5.1
Points 10.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 65638
Points per Word 0.000152
Page Count 404
Points per Page 0.024752

Description

In 1775 Boston, fourteen-year-old Hannah Andrews, an orphan indentured to the family of a British general, disguises herself as a boy to attend secret meetings of the revolutionaries. Along with her beloved horse, Hannah delivers messages and warnings to the patriots fighting for independence amidst the intense conflict between Whigs and Tories. The story follows her dangerous work as a messenger during the tense period leading up to the Revolutionary War.

Quick Summary

Set during the Revolutionary War with a brave girl who disguises herself as a boy to help the revolutionaries, riding her horse through dangerous nighttime missions, this book is packed with suspense and heart. Kids will love The Secret Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days a Wimpy Kid: Dog Daysdrian Mole, Aged 13-3/4 meetings, the thrilling horse rides through dark streets, and the constant risk of being caught by British soldiers. If your kid likes the "I Survived" series, they'll devour this story with its same pulse-pounding action and historicalthrills. This is perfect for kids in grades 4-6 who love historical fiction with daring adventure.