Half bad
Sally Green
Half bad
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sally Green
Half Bad Trilogy
The text is written at a 4th 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 world where witches share the streets with ordinary people, Nathan struggles with his dark heritage as the son of the most feared Black witch. Facing danger and betrayal, he races against time to unlock mysterious powers that will shape who he truly is. His journey challenges the boundaries between good and evil, family loyalty, and self-acceptance.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger, identity & self-discovery. 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
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780670016785
- Pages
- 394
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 84,173
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 21m
- Text Density
- Standard