The spider's web

Laura E. Williams

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The spider's web

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Laura E. Williams

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Feeling lost in a troubled home, Lexi seeks belonging by joining a dangerous group that feeds on anger and hate. As she gets deeper, she realizes the cost of loyalty to a cause filled with cruelty and destruction. Her journey challenges her to find a path toward hope and healing.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include alcoholism, racial discrimination, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
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Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Alcoholism Racial Discrimination Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Social: Poverty & Hardship
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

134 pages
25,350 words
2h 49m read-aloud
ISBN
1571316221
Pages
134
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
25,350
Read-Aloud
~2h 49m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Neo-NazismAlcoholism