Insurgent

Veronica Roth

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Insurgent

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Veronica Roth

Divergent · Book 2

Reading Level 5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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

In a world divided by factions, a brave young girl faces tough choices that test her courage and beliefs. As secrets unravel and dangers grow, she must decide where her loyalty truly lies while discovering her own strength. Adventure and friendship come alive in this thrilling journey of self-discovery.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery, physical/safety: mild peril, social: war & conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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

Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Physical/Safety: Mild Peril Social: War & Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
4

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Level 5Moderate

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Details

ISBN
HR4b4f764b15
Type
Fiction