The Dark Intercept
Julia Keller
The Dark Intercept
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Julia Keller
Dark Intercept
The text is written at a 5th 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
In a world where emotions are monitored to keep peace, Violet Crowley enjoys a life of safety and comfort under the watchful eye of the Intercept. But when her crush Danny finds himself in trouble on Old Earth, Violet embarks on a daring quest to uncover secrets that challenge everything she believes about freedom, control, and trust. This thrilling sci-fi adventure explores the cost of security and the power of choice.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780765387639
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Tor Teen
- Published
- Nov 13, 2018
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 84,872
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 26m
- Text Density
- Dense