The Man Without a Face

Isabelle Holland

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The Man Without a Face

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Isabelle Holland

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of old books mixes with the quiet creak of floorboards as Charles meets Justin McLeod, a man with a face no one wants to show. Behind the scars, there's a story waiting to be uncovered, one that will change Charles's world forever. Sometimes the hardest lessons come from the most unexpected teachers.

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel follows fourteen-year-old Charles as he prepares for boarding school with the help of Justin McLeod, a mysterious and scarred tutor. The story explores themes of friendship, acceptance, and personal growth, suitable for readers aged 13 to 18. Parents should know the book addresses emotional challenges and features a character with visible scars, but there is no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

157 pages
ISBN
9780833526465
Pages
157
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FriendshipYoung Adult FictionBoysLgbtLarge Type BooksPeople With DisabilitiesHomosexuality