Smoke and Iron
Rachel Caine
Smoke and Iron
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Rachel Caine
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Jess Brightwell faces dangerous challenges as he navigates a high-stakes battle against the powerful Archivist Magister. Using his cleverness and courage, he must outsmart deadly opponents to survive. The tension rises as the game of strategy and survival intensifies.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780451489210
- Pages
- 448
- Publisher
- Berkley
- Published
- Jul 03, 2018
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 108,540
- Read-Aloud
- ~12h 4m
- Text Density
- Standard