Illusive

Emily Lloyd-Jones

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Illusive

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emily Lloyd-Jones

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if a medicine meant to save the world gave some people amazing superpowers — but also forced them into impossible choices? Ciere can change how she looks whenever she wants, making her the perfect illusionist thief. When she and her crew chase a secret that could change everything, who can they really trust?

Themes

AdventureOrganized CrimeJuvenile FictionSuperpowersMorality

Quick Assessment

This sci-fi adventure follows a group of super-powered teens who turn to crime after a government vaccine causes unexpected abilities. Intended for ages 9-12, it explores themes of loyalty, identity, and moral ambiguity amid thrilling heists and danger. Parents should note the book includes organized crime and some perilous situations.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Organized Crime
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

406 pages
ISBN
9780316254564
Pages
406
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Organized CrimeAdventure and AdventurersRobbers and OutlawsVaccinesScience FictionThievesAdventure StoriesSuperheroes