Corbenic (Definitions S.)

Catherine Fisher

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Corbenic (Definitions S.)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Catherine Fisher

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Cal runs through shadowed woods, heart pounding as mysterious voices echo all around. Suddenly, a shimmering light appears ahead—could it be the legendary Grail calling him? But just as he reaches out, everything changes in the blink of an eye.

Themes

AdventureFantasy & MagicLegends, Myths, FablesComing of AgeFamilyYoung Adult Fiction

Quick Assessment

This young adult fantasy follows Cal, a teenager escaping a difficult home life to live with his uncle, where he becomes entangled in a myth-inspired adventure. The story weaves themes of self-discovery with legendary elements surrounding the Grail, suited for readers aged 13 and up. Parents should note the exploration of trauma and intense emotional moments within a fantasy context.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Physical/Safety: Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
ISBN
9780099438489
Pages
256
Publisher
Random House
Published
2002
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureLegends, Myths, FablesFantasy & MagicYoung Adult FictionFantasyMagicBildungsromans