Parable of the Talents
by Octavia E. Butler
Reading Level 5-6 Very Intense (Lvl 5)
Ages 13+
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.
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About This Book
Lauren Olamina balances her devotion to her daughter, her community, and a groundbreaking new belief that 'God Is Change.' As society unravels amid turmoil, she faces fierce opposition from those who fear her leadership and the hope her faith inspires. Confronted with impossible choices, Lauren must decide what she is willing to sacrifice to protect her vision for a better future.
Representation & Themes
FamilySocial JusticeFaith & BeliefSurvivalRace & Identity
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 5 — Very Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.
Content Flags
Child Abuse Abusive Parents Sexual Assault Rape Mentioned Drugged Unconsciousness Death Major Character Death Unborn Child Hate Speech
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 9780446675789
- Pages
- 424
- Published
- January 1, 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 131,762
Genres
Fiction