An Encounter

James Joyce

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An Encounter

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Joyce

Creative Short Stories

Reading Level 6-7 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read Page-Turner

The text is written at a 6th 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

Denis De Beaulieu, a captured French soldier, finds himself trapped by the Sire of De Maletroit, who accuses him of damaging the family's honor. Caught in a tense situation, Denis must navigate the challenges posed by his captor and the weight of family pride in Dublin.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

32 pages
3,630 words
24m read-aloud
ISBN
087191896X
Pages
32
Publisher
Creative Company
Published
1982
Type
Fiction
Word Count
3,630
Read-Aloud
~24 min
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Dublin (Ireland)

Subjects

Dublin