The Selection Stories: The Prince & The Guard
Kiera Cass
The Selection Stories: The Prince & The Guard
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
The Selection #0.5 & #2.5
by Kiera Cass
Selection
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Discover the palace through the eyes of two important young men—Prince Maxon as he prepares for a once-in-a-lifetime competition, and Aspen, a former commoner turned royal guard with secrets to share. These stories reveal their hopes, challenges, and the choices that shape their futures in a world of royalty and romance. Bonus content offers a glimpse into the next exciting chapter of the series.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, romantic content, social class differences. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780062318329
- Pages
- 227
- Publisher
- HarperTeen
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 38,402
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 16m
- Text Density
- Standard