The indigo king
James A. Owen
The indigo king
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by James A. Owen
The text is written at a 4th 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 a secret world of dreams suddenly opened up in 1931? Imagine racing through time with John and Jack, two brave Caretakers, using a mysterious device from Jules Verne to uncover a hidden Cartographer. But what if their discovery changes everything they thought they knew about history—and themselves?
Themes
Quick Assessment
The Indigo King is a middle-grade fantasy novel featuring time travel and adventure as two protagonists navigate a breach between our world and a magical realm called the Archipelago of Dreams. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers imaginative storytelling with themes of friendship and discovery. The story contains mild peril but is appropriate for its target audience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9LE — Light — EmotionalLight 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
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781416951070
- Pages
- 386
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Lexile
- 790L