The killing of worlds
Scott Westerfeld
The killing of worlds
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Scott Westerfeld
Succession
The text is written at a 7th 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
Captain Laurent Zai commands the Imperial frigate Lynx in a desperate struggle against an overwhelmingly powerful Rix ship determined to reach the planet Legis. As the battle intensifies, he must confront impossible odds to protect his world from impending doom. This gripping space adventure explores courage and survival amid the vastness of the cosmos.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fantasy violence. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780765320520
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Tor
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 98,292
- Read-Aloud
- ~10h 55m
- Text Density
- Dense