The Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics)

Alexandre Dumas

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The Count of Monte Cristo (Great Illustrated Classics)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alexandre Dumas

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if your whole world turned upside down because of a secret betrayal? Imagine a young sailor coming home, only to find his life shattered by jealousy and lies. How will he rise from the shadows to seek justice?

Themes

AdventureJusticeFriendshipClassics

Quick Assessment

This classic tale follows a young sailor whose life is drastically changed by betrayal and injustice. Appropriate for ages 9-12, this edition introduces middle-grade readers to themes of adventure, resilience, and justice, with language suited to their reading level. Parents should note that the story involves themes of treachery and revenge, handled in a way accessible to young readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Betrayal Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Revenge
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

237 pages
ISBN
9780866119795
Pages
237
Publisher
Playmore Publishers
Published
June 1993
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ClassicsContemporaryAntiques & Collectibles