The Lost World

Michael Crichton

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The Lost World

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Michael Crichton

Reading Level 8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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

There’s a secret hidden deep on an island where dinosaurs still roam free, even though everyone thought they were gone forever. Strange things are happening, and someone has to uncover the truth—but that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This thrilling sequel to Jurassic Park follows the discovery that some dinosaurs may have survived years after the original park's closure. Suitable for teens, the novel contains intense action and suspense, with themes of adventure and scientific ethics. Parents should note the presence of perilous situations and some frightening scenes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

522 pages
ISBN
9789993998204
Pages
522
Publisher
Ballantine Books
Published
March 1995
Type
Fiction

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