Masada
by Gloria D. Miklowitz
Reading Level 6-7 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 6th 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
Set against the dramatic siege of Masada in 72 C.E., a young apprentice healer named Simon faces the harsh realities of war and loyalty. As the Roman army closes in, Simon must navigate his feelings for Deborah and the heavy responsibilities that come with defending his people. Courage, love, and sacrifice intertwine in this gripping tale of survival and hope.
Representation & Themes
HistoricalWar & ConflictComing of AgeFamilyRomanceSurvival
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
Realistic Violence Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief Romantic Content
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0802851681
- Pages
- 188
- Published
- 1998
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 49,970
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
Jews -- History -- Rebellion, 66-73 -- Fiction.Masada Site (Israel) -- Siege, 72-73 -- Juvenile fiction.Masada Site (Israel) -- Siege, 72-73 -- Fiction.