The Dark Divine
Bree Despain
The Dark Divine
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Dark Divine #1
by Bree Despain
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Just before her seventeenth birthday, Grace Divine’s world shifts when Daniel Kalbi, her longtime friend, comes back to town carrying a mysterious secret. As unusual events unfold in their small Minnesota community, Grace must navigate family tensions and hidden truths that challenge everything she thought she knew. Friendship and faith intertwine in this gripping tale of discovery and courage.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, family change, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A 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
- 9781606840573
- Pages
- 322
- Publisher
- Carolrhoda Books
- Published
- 2010
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 82,468
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 10m
- Text Density
- Dense