Flash, Book 1

Danny Bilson

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Flash, Book 1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Lightning in a Bottle

by Danny Bilson

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you suddenly had super-speed powers, but all you wanted was to be normal again? Bart Allen races through life with the power of velocity, but his best friend Griffin is aging way too fast because of the same mysterious event. Can Bart protect Griffin without losing himself in the process?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This graphic novel follows Bart Allen, a teenager struggling with unwanted super-speed powers gained during a cosmic event called the Infinite Crisis. Alongside his best friend Griffin, who is rapidly aging due to the same incident, Bart faces tough choices about friendship and responsibility. Recommended for ages 13 and up, the story contains comic book action and themes of identity and friendship.

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 Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
ISBN
9781401212292
Pages
144
Publisher
DC Comics
Published
March 21, 2007
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Flash (Fictitious character)

Subjects

Graphic NovelsSuperheroesComics & Graphic Novels