Sebastian Darke

Philip Caveney

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Sebastian Darke

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Prince of Pirates

by Philip Caveney

Sebastian Darke

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Seventeen-year-old Sebastian, part elf and part human, embarks on a daring quest with his friends to uncover hidden pirate treasure. Along the way, mysterious forces trail their every move, blending magic and danger with moments of humor. Together, they navigate a world full of adventure and unexpected twists.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 11+.

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 Fantasy Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

420 pages
82,763 words
9h 12m read-aloud
ISBN
9780385734684
Pages
420
Publisher
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
82,763
Read-Aloud
~9h 12m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Adventure and AdventurersSupernaturalWitchesBuried TreasureHumorous StoriesFools and JestersHistorical FictionPrincesses