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Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po)

Ako Yutenji

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Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ako Yutenji

Reading Level 4-5 9IP Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

What if the emperor you trusted suddenly turned against the artists who bring magic to the kingdom? Liling-Po barely escapes a deadly palace attack with the help of a secret ally, but the spirits of those lost are rising, demanding justice. Will Liling-Po uncover the truth before the emperor's dark plans unfold?

Quick Assessment

This graphic novel follows Liling-Po, a young protagonist who escapes a violent purge of imperial artists orchestrated by the emperor. The story includes themes of supernatural justice and political intrigue, suitable for teens due to its intense scenes of violence and mature themes. Parents should note the graphic depiction of conflict and ghostly vengeance.

Why we rated Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po) 9IP

Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po) is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 173 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po) works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po) as 9IP ("Intense — Physical") because the content sits in the "Intense" range — intense conflict including peril, frightening scenes, or emotionally heavy themes. The strongest signals come from emotional weight, physical peril, thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Violence, Supernatural Themes.

Thematically, Liling-Po Volume 4 (Liling-Po) explores graphic novels, fantasy world-building, adventure, and mystery — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Kids drawn to stories about graphic novels, fantasy world-building, adventure.
  • Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.

Maybe not for

  • ! Sensitive readers who get overwhelmed by intense conflict or scary scenes.
  • ! Children younger than 13+ — the content intensity is above what most younger kids can process comfortably.
  • ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9IP — Intense — Physical
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Intense
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

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

Content Flags

Violence Supernatural Themes
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Intense" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

173 pages
ISBN
9781595325228
Pages
173
Publisher
TokyoPop
Published
April 11, 2006
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Graphic NovelsMangaGraphic Novels-MangaScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicRobbers and OutlawsComics & Graphic NovelsCartoons and ComicsAdventure and AdventurersComics & Graphic Novels, East Asian Style, Manga, General