Star of danger
Marion Zimmer Bradley
Star of danger
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Marion Zimmer Bradley
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
What if two very different worlds had to join forces to face a great danger? On Darkover, a planet filled with strange magic and advanced technology, two heroes must learn to work together — but can they overcome their differences before it's too late?
Quick Assessment
Star of Danger is a middle-grade science fiction novel that introduces readers to the imaginative world of Darkover, blending elements of magic and technology. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of cooperation and facing common threats, with no content likely to be disturbing for this age group.
Why we rated Star of danger 11LE
Star of danger is written at a Level 6 reading level across 213 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Star of danger works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate Star of danger as 11LE ("Light — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly mild; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, Star of danger explores science & nature, fantasy world-building, and adventure — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about science & nature, fantasy world-building, adventure.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0839825129
- Pages
- 213
- Publisher
- Gregg Press
- Published
- 1979
- Type
- Fiction