Close Kin

Clare B. Dunkle

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Close Kin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Book II -- The Hollow Kingdom Trilogy

by Clare B. Dunkle

Hollow Kingdom

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

When Emily turns down Seylin's offer to marry, their worlds set off on different paths filled with magic and mystery. Together, they seek out a royal elf and a young goblin orphan to unite their kingdoms and uncover secrets about who they truly are. Adventure and discovery await in a tale where friendship and identity are key.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 11+.

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

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

216 pages
66,402 words
7h 23m read-aloud
ISBN
080507497X
Pages
216
Publisher
Macmillan
Published
2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
66,402
Read-Aloud
~7h 23m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

GoblinsElvesMagicMarriage