Daughter of silence.
Morris West
Daughter of silence.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Morris West
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
The night air is thick with whispers as a young girl races through the cobblestone streets, her heart pounding after a secret act that could change everything. The mayor lies fallen, and the town holds its breath, torn between justice and fear. What will happen when the silence finally breaks?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set in a small Italian town, this middle-grade fiction explores complex themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of revenge. After a young girl takes a dramatic stand following her mother's death, the community must confront their beliefs and values. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book handles serious topics with care but may prompt important conversations about right and wrong.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0434859036
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Bantam Books
- Published
- 1961
- Type
- Fiction