A coalition of lions
Elizabeth Wein
A coalition of lions
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Elizabeth Wein
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Journey to sixth-century Africa where kingdoms rise and legends unfold through the eyes of a courageous heroine. Experience a richly woven tale filled with vivid landscapes, thrilling alliances, and the timeless struggles of power and loyalty. This story brings the Arthurian legend to life in a fresh and unforgettable way.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.
Why we rated A coalition of lions 10LP
A coalition of lions is written at a Level 5-6 reading level across 210 pages (approximately 43,758 words). Strong independent readers around grade 6.7 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A coalition of lions works for readers up to grade 7.7.
Read aloud, A coalition of lions runs about 4.9 hours — long enough to span several bedtime sessions.
We rate A coalition of lions as 10LP ("Light — Physical") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Mild Peril.
Thematically, A coalition of lions explores historical, adventure, fantasy world-building, coming of age, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about historical, adventure, fantasy world-building.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers looking for something heavier — this is a gentle, low-stakes story by design.
For Parents
Content Intensity
10LP — Light — PhysicalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0670036188
- Pages
- 210
- Published
- 2003
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 43,758
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 52m
- Text Density
- Standard