Scarlet Moon

Debbie Viguie

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Scarlet Moon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Debbie Viguie

Once Upon a Time (Simon)

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Ruth lives on the edge of town, where her grandmother is shunned for her mysterious ways and love of the stars. As Ruth learns to wield her father's blacksmith tools and unravels the secrets of a cursed noble named William, she discovers that magic, heritage, and courage are intertwined in unexpected ways. Together, they confront ancient curses and face the challenges that bind their destinies beneath the scarlet moon.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, fantasy violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 11+.

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

Loss & Grief Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

157 pages
38,305 words
4h 15m read-aloud
ISBN
0689867166
Pages
157
Publisher
Simon Pulse
Published
2004
Type
Fiction
Word Count
38,305
Read-Aloud
~4h 15m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

FantasyLittle Red Riding HoodLoveAdaptationsWerewolvesFantasy FictionCrusades