An ember in the ashes
Sabaa Tahir
An ember in the ashes
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
a novel
by Sabaa Tahir
Ember in the Ashes
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
In a ruthless empire where freedom is crushed, Laia risks everything to save her brother by becoming a spy inside a feared military academy. Elias, the academy's top soldier, secretly longs to escape the cruel regime he serves. Their paths collide in a gripping tale of courage, loyalty, and rebellion that could ignite a revolution.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include child abuse, domestic violence, stalking. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781595148032
- Pages
- 446
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 124,337
- Read-Aloud
- ~13h 49m
- Text Density
- Dense