The Thief Lord
Cornelia Funke
The Thief Lord
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cornelia Funke
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
After escaping their harsh guardians, two brothers find refuge in the enchanting city of Venice. There, they encounter a secretive boy known as the Thief Lord, who leads them into a world of adventure, friendship, and mystery. Together, they navigate the challenges of life on the run while uncovering hidden secrets.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include orphanhood, running away, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0439404371
- Pages
- 349
- Publisher
- Guilford Press
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 85,591
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 31m
- Text Density
- Standard