Pine Kiss Vol. 1 (Pine Kiss)

Eunhye Lee

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Pine Kiss Vol. 1 (Pine Kiss)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Eunhye Lee

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

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

What if your new teacher wasn’t just someone who handed out homework but a secret protector tangled in a dangerous gang rivalry? Imagine Sebin, caught between family power and school life, discovering that Orion is much more than he seems. Can she trust him when everything around her is about to explode?

Themes

Quick Assessment

Pine Kiss Vol. 1 is a young adult graphic novel blending mystery, romance, and gang drama, centered on Sebin, the daughter of a gang leader, and her enigmatic new teacher, Orion. The story explores themes of loyalty, danger, and hidden identities, making it suitable for teens aged 13 and up who can handle moderate conflict and some violence related to gang rivalries. Parents should be aware of the depiction of gang-related tension and romantic elements.

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

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Romantic Content
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

200 pages
ISBN
9781600090653
Pages
200
Publisher
NETCOMICS
Published
February 15, 2006
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Graphic Novels-MangaGraphic NovelsMangaComics & Graphic NovelsGraphic Novels/MangaLove & RomanceHigh SchoolsSchoolsTeachersComics & Graphic Novels, Manga, RomanceComic Books, Strips