Sealed with a Lie

Kat Carlton

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Sealed with a Lie

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kat Carlton

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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.

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 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
ISBN
9781481400541
Pages
256
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SpiesEuropeSpy Stories

Places

Europe