Beauty is a beast

Jane B. Mason

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Beauty is a beast

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jane B. Mason

Princess School

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Briar Rose wants to show everyone she's more than just a pretty face at Princess School, so she hatches a secret plan to prove her true worth. Along the way, she faces unexpected challenges that test her courage and strength beyond appearances. This story blends royal life with thrilling twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, death & grief, kidnapping. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Death & Grief Kidnapping Emotional: Forgiveness Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

126 pages
24,095 words
2h 41m read-aloud
ISBN
0439565545
Pages
126
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Published
2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
24,095
Read-Aloud
~2h 41m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

PrincessesSchoolsCharacters and Characteristics in LiteratureCharacters in Literature