Sword Art Online 1: Aincrad

Reki Kawahara

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Sword Art Online 1: Aincrad

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

(light novel)

by Reki Kawahara

Sword Art Online

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

When players enter the groundbreaking virtual reality game Sword Art Online, they expect excitement and adventure. However, they soon find themselves trapped inside with no way to log out, facing a deadly challenge where failure means real-life consequences. Together, they must fight through countless dangers to survive and find a way back home.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fantasy violence, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
8
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

248 pages
66,538 words
7h 24m read-aloud
ISBN
9780316371247
Pages
248
Publisher
Yen On
Published
April 22, 2014
Type
Fiction
Word Count
66,538
Read-Aloud
~7h 24m
Text Density
Dense

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