Frankenstein

Mary Shelley

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Frankenstein

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Shelley

Great Illustrated Classics

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Matched Page-Turner

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

A scientist brings a creature to life using parts from the dead, but the being soon struggles with loneliness and anger toward the one who made him. As he searches for acceptance, dark secrets and painful emotions surface, leading to intense conflicts. This chilling tale explores the consequences of playing with life and the nature of identity.

Themes

MonstersHorror storiesIdentity & Self-DiscoveryFamilyEmotional Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death & grief, fear & anxiety, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Death & Grief Fear & Anxiety Physical Danger Body Horror Domestic Violence Restraint Stalking Abuse
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

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

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

238 pages
17,143 words
1h 54m read-aloud
ISBN
1577656865
Pages
238
Publisher
Abdo Publishing Company
Published
2002
Type
Fiction
Word Count
17,143
Read-Aloud
~1h 54m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Horror stories

Subjects

MonstersHorror Stories