Sealed with a Lie
Kat Carlton
Sealed with a Lie
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kat Carlton
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Kari Andrews is not just any kid—she’s a spy on a mission that could save her little brother’s life. Racing across Europe with her friends, she must outsmart thieves, break into secret labs, and face a daring double-cross. Everything depends on her next move, and the clock is ticking fast.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Sealed with a Lie is a middle-grade spy thriller that follows Kari Andrews as she navigates new challenges in a foreign school while trying to rescue her missing brother. The story combines suspense, action, and friendship, appropriate for ages 9-12, with themes of loyalty and bravery. Parents should note the book contains mild peril and tense situations typical of adventure fiction.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781481400541
- Pages
- 256
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction