The Man Without a Face
Isabelle Holland
The Man Without a Face
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Isabelle Holland
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 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780833526465
- Pages
- 157
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Published
- October 1999
- Type
- Fiction