Snow & Rose

Emily Winfield Martin

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Snow & Rose

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emily Winfield Martin

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

The crisp, whispering wind carries the scent of pine and magic deep into the forest where Snow and Rose live. Once surrounded by love and laughter, now the sisters face shadows and secrets after their father vanished and their mother fell silent. Their journey into the enchanted woods holds mysteries that only they can unravel, stirring hope and wonder in their hearts.

Themes

MagicForests and forestrySistersMissing personsFamily

Quick Assessment

Snow & Rose is a beautifully illustrated middle-grade novel that reimagines the Brothers Grimm fairy tale with a blend of magic, mystery, and family bonds. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of loss, sisterhood, and courage as the two sisters navigate an enchanted forest to break spells tied to their past. The story contains mild fairy-tale peril and emotional depth but remains accessible and engaging for middle-grade readers.

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 Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

204 pages
ISBN
9780553538182
Pages
204
Publisher
Random House Books for Young Readers
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MagicForests and ForestrySistersMissing PersonsFathersFairy Tales