Sapphire

Sarah Fay Olson

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Sapphire

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sarah Fay Olson

Reading Level 6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

The crisp autumn air carries the scent of pine and the soft rustle of silk gowns swirling under golden chandeliers. Layla’s heart races as the prince’s eyes meet hers at the grand ball, a moment sparkling with magic and promise. But beneath the shimmering surface, secrets whisper through shadows, and a mysterious sapphire holds the key to a world she never imagined, stirring feelings she can’t yet understand.

Themes

Fairy TalesYoung Adult FictionFantasy FictionFamilyMysteryComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Set in the fantasy kingdom of Asteria, this young adult novel follows Layla as she navigates the thrill of royal life and the dark truths about her past. The story includes mature themes such as child abuse, the death of a parent, and supernatural elements like ghosts, alongside moments of illness and hospital scenes. Recommended for readers aged 13 and up who are comfortable with emotionally intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Child Abuse Death of Parent Ghosts Vomiting Hospital Scene
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

204 pages
ISBN
9781938985430
Pages
204
Publisher
Soul Fire Press
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fairy TalesYoung Adult FictionFantasy Fiction