Rogue Wave and Other Red-Blooded Sea Stories
Theodore Taylor
Rogue Wave and Other Red-Blooded Sea Stories
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Theodore Taylor
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
The boat flips over, and water rushes in as a huge rogue wave crashes down. Trapped inside the cabin, a brave teenage girl fights to stay alive. But what will happen when the sea refuses to let her go?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This collection features eight thrilling sea stories by Theodore Taylor, exploring themes of survival, bravery, and adventure on the ocean. Suitable for teens aged 13 to 18, the stories include moments of peril and emotional intensity but are appropriate for young adult readers interested in action-packed narratives. Parents should note some scenes involve danger at sea and themes of loss and revenge.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
- ISBN
- 9780613086691
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- October 1999
- Type
- Fiction