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Ally Condie

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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Ally Condie

Matched · Book 1

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 where every choice is controlled, Cassia's perfect match is suddenly questioned when a mysterious second face appears. Torn between loyalty and a daring new path, she must decide who to trust and what kind of future to fight for. This thrilling journey explores courage, love, and the power of choice in a tightly governed society.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery, emotional: fear & anxiety, social: social justice. 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 Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Social: Social Justice
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

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
7

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Details

Book Length

418 pages
ISBN
9780142419779
Pages
418
Publisher
Penguin
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Young Adult FictionFantasyMate SelectionSelf-realizationTrianglesMarriageDystopiasResistance to GovernmentReading Level-Grade 7Reading Level-Grade 9Reading Level-Grade 8Reading Level-Grade 11Reading Level-Grade 10Reading Level-Grade 12Interpersonal RelationsFantasy FictionSocial ControlYoung WomenAdventure and AdventurersFamiliesLoveDystopianPolitics & GovernmentRomance