The dark clone

Carol Matas

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The dark clone

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carol Matas

Clone Trilogy

Reading Level 3-4 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Miranda faces a tough challenge when she's blamed for damaging school property, but the security footage reveals a mysterious girl who looks just like her. As secrets about clones and hidden identities unfold, Miranda must uncover the truth without revealing dangerous secrets. With new clones and unexpected twists, Miranda and her sister Ariel are pushed to their limits in a race to protect themselves and those they care about.

Themes

Science & NatureIdentityFamilyAdventureScience Fiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery, mild peril, physical danger. Written for readers ages 11+.

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

Identity & Self-Discovery Mild Peril Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

132 pages
20,756 words
2h 18m read-aloud
ISBN
0439960991
Pages
132
Publisher
Markham, Ont. : Scholastic Canada
Published
2005
Type
Fiction
Word Count
20,756
Read-Aloud
~2h 18m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Human CloningIdentityRescuesScience FictionSauvetagesIdentiteScience-fictionClonage HumainRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La Jeunesse