Oath breaker

Michelle Paver

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Oath breaker

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michelle Paver

Reading Level 3-4 8ME Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Torak moves carefully around the glowing fire, but Thiazzi is right behind him, cracking his whip like a wild lynx playing with its prey. Torak’s tired, and he knows he can’t keep running forever. Suddenly, everything changes—what will happen next?

Quick Assessment

This thrilling prehistoric adventure follows Torak as he seeks justice for his friend's death, navigating dangers in a mystical forest filled with dark forces. Suitable for early readers aged 5-8, it explores themes of friendship, courage, and the consequences of revenge. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and supernatural elements that contribute to the story’s suspense.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

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

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

292 pages
ISBN
9780060728373
Pages
292
Publisher
Katherine Tegen Books
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Lexile
660L

Genres

Subjects

Prehistoric PeoplesRevengeGood and EvilDemoniac PossessionMurderBattlesVoyages and TravelsDeathAdventure FictionFriendshipEnemiesFantasy Fiction