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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tamora Pierce

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The clang of swords echoes through the training yard as Keladry feels the rough leather of her gloves and the weight of her sword at her side. Every day brings new challenges from tricky classmates and tough lessons in courage. But with friends close by, she’s ready to face whatever comes—and prove that she belongs.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy follows Keladry of Mindelan as she trains to become a squire, facing challenges from peers and opposition that test her resolve. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of perseverance, friendship, and breaking traditional gender roles within a medieval setting. Parents should know it contains mild fantasy violence typical of knightly training.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

349 pages
ISBN
9780786236312
Pages
349
Publisher
Thorndike Press
Published
2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Large Type BooksKnights and KnighthoodSex RoleFantasyProtector of the SmallKelTortallFantasy FictionAdventure and Adventurers