Defy
Sara B. Larson
Defy
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sara B. Larson
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Alexa disguises herself as a boy to join the king's army but soon finds herself captured by a dangerous sorcerer alongside the prince and another guard. As secrets come to light, Alexa must navigate perilous magic, fierce battles, and complicated feelings. Courage and loyalty are tested in this thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include torture, self-harm, amputation. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780545597586
- Pages
- 323
- Publisher
- Scholastic Press
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 86,511
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 37m
- Text Density
- Dense