Recipe for Gertrude, The
草川為
Recipe for Gertrude, The
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Volume 2 (Recipe for Gertrude)
by 草川為
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Gertrude races through the shadows, clutching a tattered recipe that might explain everything about who he is. Sahara's voice whispers urgently in his ear as they edge closer to the truth about Kyusaku—and suddenly, a hidden figure steps out, blocking their path. What secret will be revealed next?
Quick Assessment
This graphic novel follows Gertrude, a young character on a quest to uncover the mysterious origins of his creation with the help of his friend Sahara. The story blends elements of fantasy and self-discovery and is suitable for teens aged 13 to 18, featuring some complex themes appropriate for young adults. Parents should note the story involves moments of suspense and identity exploration but contains no graphic content.
Why we rated Recipe for Gertrude, The 9LE
Recipe for Gertrude, The is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 192 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Recipe for Gertrude, The works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Recipe for Gertrude, The as 9LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Recipe for Gertrude, The explores adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship, and identity & self-discovery — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, fantasy world-building, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781401211110
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- CMX
- Published
- October 18, 2006
- Type
- Fiction