Escape from the dark

Peter Lancett

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Escape from the dark

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Peter Lancett

Dark Man; Zone Books

Reading Level 1-2 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

A young girl who feels scared and unwell delivers a special message to the mysterious Dark Man. As they step out of his gloomy room, she discovers a surprising change in herself. This mysterious tale explores the battle between light and shadow in a world of secrets.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 1-2 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

9/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
1
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

40 pages
379 words
3m read-aloud
ISBN
9781598898675
Pages
40
Publisher
Capstone
Published
2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
379
Read-Aloud
~3 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

Good and Evil