Six of Crows

Leigh Bardugo

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Six of Crows

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Leigh Bardugo

Reading Level 8 12VE Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

Here’s a secret: Kaz Brekker is the smartest and sneakiest kid in Ketterdam, a city where danger lurks around every corner. He’s planning the biggest heist anyone has ever heard of—but the crew he gathers is full of mysterious and powerful kids, each with their own secrets. And this is just the beginning.

Quick Assessment

Set in a richly imagined fantasy world, this novel follows Kaz Brekker and a group of young outcasts as they attempt a high-stakes heist. Suitable for older middle-grade readers, it contains mature themes including child abuse, abandonment, drug use, and references to sexual violence, which parents should consider before sharing. The story explores complex characters and dark topics within a thrilling adventure framework.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12VE — Vivid — Emotional
Emotional
Vivid
Physical
Moderate
Social
Vivid
Thematic
Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Child Abuse Abandonment Drug Use Addiction Sexual Violence Mention
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
7
Emotional Weight
10
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
10
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

512 pages
ISBN
9781536439427
Pages
512
Publisher
Holt & Company, Henry
Published
2018
Type
Fiction

Genres

Betrayal

Subjects

Fantasy FictionRobbers and OutlawsYoung Adult FictionYoung Adult WorksScience FictionLGBTQ NovelsYA FictionMysteryHeistFantasyBrigands and RobbersThrillerAction & AdventureMagicGangsImaginary Wars and Battles

People

Kaz BrekkerDregsInej GhafaWylan van EckJan Van EckMatthias HelvardrüskelleGrishaNina ZenikDime LionsJesper FaheyPekka RollinsAnyaCouncilman HoedeBo Yul-BayurJordieKuwei Yul-BoInejJesper

Places

KetterdamIce Courtthe MenagerieHellgate PrisonWhite islandFjerdaRavkaWandering Isle