Dark Shores
Danielle L. Jensen
Dark Shores
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Danielle L. Jensen
Dark Shores
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
Seventeen-year-old Teriana holds the secret to crossing dangerous seas, a power coveted by the conquering Celendor Empire. When she defies strict rules to protect her friend, she becomes entangled with a fierce enemy commander and steps into a world filled with gods, magic, and rising darkness. As threats gather from every side, Teriana must navigate perilous alliances that could change everything—especially matters of the heart.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence, romantic content. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781250317728
- Pages
- 368
- Publisher
- Tor Teen
- Published
- May 07, 2019
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 108,260
- Read-Aloud
- ~12h 2m
- Text Density
- Dense