The flaw
Antonis Samarakis
The flaw
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel
by Antonis Samarakis
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What if the world was perfect, but one tiny flaw could change everything? Imagine discovering a secret that everyone tries to hide, and suddenly, nothing feels safe anymore. Could you fix the flaw before it breaks your whole world?
Quick Assessment
The Flaw by Antonis Samarakis is a thought-provoking middle-grade fiction novel suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. It explores themes of imperfection and the consequences of hidden truths in a compelling narrative. Parents should note that while the story is accessible, it encourages critical thinking about complex social issues.
Why we rated The flaw 11MT
The flaw is written at a Level 6 reading level across 208 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, The flaw works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate The flaw as 11MT ("Moderate — Thematic") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, The flaw explores coming of age, mystery, and social justice — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about coming of age, mystery, social justice.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MT — Moderate — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0090967909
- Pages
- 208
- Publisher
- Hutchinson
- Published
- 1969
- Type
- Fiction