The dust of 100 dogs
A. S. King
The dust of 100 dogs
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by A. S. King
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Emer Morrisey, a legendary pirate from the seventeenth century, is trapped by a curse that forces her to live one hundred lives as a dog before returning to human form. Now reincarnated in modern America, she must uncover her past and find her way to Jamaica, carrying memories of her swashbuckling adventures and a desperate hope for freedom. This thrilling tale blends history, magic, and the loyalty of dogs into a captivating journey of love and destiny.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.
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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780738714264
- Pages
- 337
- Publisher
- Llewellyn Worldwide
- Published
- 2009
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 72,783
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 5m
- Text Density
- Standard