What reading level is The summer prince?

The summer prince by Alaya Dawn Johnson is at a Level 5-6 reading level (Lexile 780L). Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is The summer prince appropriate for?

The summer prince is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Sexual Content, Profanity, Violence, Political Conflict.

Does The summer prince have any content warnings?

The summer prince has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Sexual Content, Profanity, Violence, Political Conflict. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The summer prince?

The summer prince by Alaya Dawn Johnson is 289 pages (approximately 92,134 words).

The summer prince

Alaya Dawn Johnson

The summer prince

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alaya Dawn Johnson

Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th 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

Set in a futuristic Brazil, a young artist named June finds herself drawn into a passionate romance with a fellow creator who leads a rebellion against the ruling powers. As they navigate their love and fight for freedom, June faces the harsh reality that every summer ruler meets a tragic fate. Their story blends art, resistance, and the struggle for survival in a vibrant, dangerous world.

Themes

LoveArtistsResistance to GovernmentKings and QueensFiction

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include sexual content, profanity, violence. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense

Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Sexual Content Profanity Violence Political Conflict

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

289 pages

92,134 words

10h 14m read-aloud

ISBN: 9780545417792
Pages: 289
Publisher: Arthur A. Levine Books
Published: May, 2013
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 92,134
Lexile: 780L
Read-Aloud: ~10h 14m
Text Density: Dense

Subjects

Kings, Queens, RulersLoveArtistsResistance to GovernmentKings, Queens, Rulers, EtcKings and RulersLove StoriesKingsQueensRulersEtcBrazilTeenage ArtistsDystopiasHuman SacrificeScience FictionSocial ThemesAdolescenceEmotions & FeelingsHispanic AmericanCollection:otherwise_tiptree_award=honor

Places

Brazil