Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3
Beop-ryong Yeo
Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Beop-ryong Yeo
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Rey Yan wields a sword so powerful and cursed, it could shape the future of the entire world. But an evil sorceress is hunting him, desperate to use its dark magic for her own plans. Every choice he makes could change everything—will he protect the sword, or will darkness win?
Quick Assessment
This graphic novel follows Rey Yan, a young hero who must protect a cursed sword that holds the world's fate from an evil sorceress. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, it features adventurous themes common in manga-style stories, with fantasy violence and suspense. Parents should note the presence of magical combat and some intense moments tied to the sword’s dark powers.
Why we rated Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3 9MP
Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3 is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 176 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3 works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3 as 9MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, Chronicles of the Cursed Sword, Vol. 3 explores 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.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781591822561
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- TokyoPop
- Published
- November 4, 2003
- Type
- Nonfiction