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Atlas' Revenge

Tony DiTocco

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Atlas' Revenge

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Another Mad Myth Mystery

by Tony DiTocco

Reading Level 6 11LP Ages 13+ Balanced Read

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

PJ Allen races through shadowy corridors, heart pounding as mythical creatures close in. Suddenly, an ancient door slams shut behind him—trapping him in a world where legends come to life. Can he find Hercules before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel follows PJ Allen as he ventures into a mythological world to assist his friend Hercules. Blending elements of mystery and espionage, the story is suitable for teens aged 13 to 18 and contains adventurous themes with some suspenseful moments. Parents should note the presence of fantasy action sequences and mild peril.

Why we rated Atlas' Revenge 11LP

Atlas' Revenge is written at a Level 6 reading level across 234 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Atlas' Revenge works for readers up to grade 8.0.

We rate Atlas' Revenge as 11LP ("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, Fantasy Violence.

Thematically, Atlas' Revenge explores mystery, adventure, fantasy world-building, and friendship — 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.
  • Kids drawn to stories about mystery, adventure, fantasy world-building.

Maybe not for

  • ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LP — Light — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

234 pages
ISBN
9780972342933
Pages
234
Publisher
Brainstorm Publications, Inc.
Published
January 15, 2005
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesCollege StudentsScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicMythology, GreekFolkloreDating