The Titanic Secret
by Clive Cussler, Jack Du Brul
Penguin 2019
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 6.3 (6th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- historical conspiracy
- maritime disaster
- industrial espionage
- courage and duty
- technology and innovation
- greed and power
- dual timelines
- investigation and pursuit
- teamwork
About this book
A dual-timeline Cussler thriller linking present-day NUMA Director Dirk Pitt to legendary Van Dorn detective Isaac Bell. After Pitt rescues a submersible off New York, he discovers a document Bell left a century earlier that ties a deadly industrial secret to the sinking of the Titanic—setting off a race to uncover a conspiracy with world-shaping stakes.
Setting: Dual timeline: present-day New York City and the North Atlantic; circa 1911–1912 across Europe and the North Atlantic culminating in the Titanic’s voyage
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Titanic Secret right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for The Titanic Secret. The reading level is AR 6.3, which is typical for 6th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include historical conspiracy, maritime disaster, industrial espionage.
How long does it take to read The Titanic Secret?
At a typical 6th grade reading pace, The Titanic Secret takes around 11h to finish. The book has 120,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Titanic Secret have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Titanic Secret has an AR quiz available, worth 18 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 The Titanic Secret?
The Titanic Secret has an AR reading level of 6.3, which places it at a 6th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — 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.