Dark Mirror

Mary Jo Putney

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Dark Mirror

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Jo Putney

Dark Mirror

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

Victoria Mansfield is about to enter London's high society, but she harbors a secret that could ruin her—a hidden magical power that her world rejects. When her secret is revealed, she is sent to a strict reform school where she must learn to control her abilities and fight to reclaim her place. Along the way, she discovers courage, friendship, and a destiny that challenges everything she thought she knew.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. 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 Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

304 pages
83,135 words
9h 14m read-aloud
ISBN
9780312622848
Pages
304
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Published
2011
Type
Fiction
Word Count
83,135
Read-Aloud
~9h 14m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

MagicAristocracyBoarding SchoolsYoung WomenSpace and TimeSchoolsLondonNapoleonic Wars, 1800-1815World War, 1939-1945Love

Places

EnglandLondon (England)