The dark tower
Stephen King
The dark tower
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Dark Tower
by Stephen King
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
An epic journey unfolds as a lone gunslinger named Roland pursues a mysterious and powerful tower that holds the fate of multiple worlds. Along the way, he encounters strange lands and formidable foes, testing his courage and resolve. This tale weaves fantasy and adventure into a gripping quest across realms.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger, complex vocabulary. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781880418628
- Pages
- 845
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 272,273
- Read-Aloud
- ~30h 15m
- Text Density
- Dense