The executioner's daughter
Laura E. Williams
The executioner's daughter
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Laura E. Williams
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Thirteen-year-old Lily carries the heavy legacy of her father's grim profession in a medieval town. As she faces the harsh realities of her world, she must choose whether to accept the path laid out for her or to forge a new future beyond her family's shadow. This tale explores courage and the power to change one's destiny.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, death & grief. Written for readers ages 9-12.
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
3/10A 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
- 0805062343
- Pages
- 134
- Published
- 2000
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 23,592
- Read-Aloud
- ~2h 37m
- Text Density
- Standard