The beast within
Serena Valentino
The beast within
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
a tale of beauty's prince
by Serena Valentino
The text is written at a 5th 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
Once a cheerful and kind prince, he is now trapped in a monstrous form, hiding away from the world. His heart longs for a special kind of love that can break the spell and reveal the man he truly is beneath the beastly exterior.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781423159124
- Pages
- 215
- Publisher
- Random House
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 32,358
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 36m
- Text Density
- Standard