Ink & ashes

Valynne E. Maetani

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Ink & ashes

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Valynne E. Maetani

Reading Level 5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Claire Takata uncovers a hidden secret tied to her family's shadowy past and finds herself caught in a thrilling chase to escape the dangers that come with it. As she digs deeper, Claire must navigate mysteries and confront the legacy her father left behind. Adventure and suspense unfold as Claire fights to protect herself and those she loves.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include organized crime, mild peril. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Organized Crime Mild Peril
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

386 pages
101,110 words
11h 14m read-aloud
ISBN
9781620142110
Pages
386
Publisher
Tu Books
Published
2015
Type
Fiction
Word Count
101,110
Lexile
740L
Read-Aloud
~11h 14m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Organized CrimeLoveJapanese AmericansMystery and Detective StoriesFathers