House of Hades
by
2015
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship and loyalty
- sacrifice
- courage in the face of fear
- identity and growth
- teamwork and trust
- fate vs. free will
- redemption and forgiveness
- love and perseverance
- mythology in the modern world
- good vs. evil
About this book
In the fourth book of The Heroes of Olympus, Percy and Annabeth struggle to survive and cross Tartarus to reach the Doors of Death from the underworld side, while their friends aboard the Argo II race across the Mediterranean to find the mortal side of the Doors at the House of Hades in Epirus. With time running out and monsters constantly reborn, the seven demigods must work together, face old enemies, and make painful sacrifices to keep the prophecy alive and stop Gaea’s awakening.
Setting: Modern-day Mediterranean and Greece (Epirus) aboard the Argo II; the underworld realm of Tartarus; the House of Hades/Doors of Death
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is House of Hades right for my child?
Yes — House of Hades is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.8, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship and loyalty, sacrifice, courage in the face of fear.
How long does it take to read House of Hades?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, House of Hades takes around 19h to finish. The book has 168,606 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does House of Hades have an AR quiz?
Yes — House of Hades has an AR quiz available, worth 21 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is House of Hades?
House of Hades has an AR reading level of 4.8, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.