Forest of a thousand lanterns
Julie C. Dao
Forest of a thousand lanterns
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Julie C. Dao
Rise of the Empress
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
In a richly imagined realm inspired by East Asian culture, a determined young girl rises from humble beginnings with a fierce ambition to claim the throne. As she embraces powerful dark magic, her path to becoming Empress challenges her morality and changes her fate forever. This tale weaves intrigue, magic, and the struggle for power into an unforgettable journey.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, emotional: identity & self-discovery, emotional: fear & anxiety. 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.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781524738297
- Pages
- 363
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2017
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 102,239
- Read-Aloud
- ~11h 22m
- Text Density
- Dense