Moonleapers
Margaret Peterson Haddix
Readers rate it 4.5 (2 on Hardcover)
- Published
- 2025
Content report card
What's inside
Violence
Fighting, weapons, death
Language
Swearing, crude humor
Sexual content
Romance intensity, nudity
LGBTQ+ themes
Presence of characters or themes
Scary or mature
Horror, trauma, heavy themes
Substance use
Alcohol, drugs, smoking
What it offers
Positive messages
Kindness, courage, honesty, resilience
Positive role models
Characters who model good judgment and growth
Educational value
History, science, culture, how the world works
A note for parents
This is a mystery-adventure by a well-known author featuring time travelers and coded messages, aimed at middle-grade readers. The heavier subjects listed (terminal illness, dementia, grief, genocide, death, war, animal death) appear present in the narrative but are handled as plot elements rather than graphic depictions, making them intellectually engaging rather than traumatizing. The story emphasizes responsibility, courage, and family bonds while encouraging problem-solving, though younger or more sensitive readers might find the serious themes challenging.
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Ready from about age 10.
From about 8, okay with a grown-up nearby.
For younger readers
- Scary or mature content is moderate (3/5) — a bit much at 9; fine with a grown-up nearby.
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From the publisher
From New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix comes a suspenseful duology opener about a girl whose first phone connects her to a network of time travelers who want to change the world. Perfect for fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society and City Spies! When Maisie's mom gives her an old phone, Maisie... From New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix comes a suspenseful duology opener about a girl whose first phone connects her to a network of time travelers who want to change the world. Perfect for fans of The Mysterious Benedict Society and City Spies! When Maisie's mom gives her an old phone, Maisie can't believe her luck--finally, she can keep up with everyone at school! Unfortunately, her mom also tells her that the whole family will be moving to spend the summer taking care of Maisie's great-aunt Hazel. Maisie's only getting a phone because she'll be responsible for her younger siblings during the entire trip. With that, Maisie is ready to give the phone back. Then the first puzzling text comes in. Between the mystery texts and a not-completely-blank book from Great-Aunt Hazel, Maisie finds herself thrown into the world of moonleapers. Will she be able to learn more about the secretive group, and--gulp--help them accomplish their crucial mission in time?
Shelved under
- Juvenile Fiction
- Plot driven
- Strong Character Development
- Loveable Characters
- Not Diverse Characters
- Adventurous
- funny
- mysterious
- Science Fiction
- Fantasy
- Young Adult
- Adventure
ISBN 9780063392564 · Quill Tree Books