The towers of the sunset

L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

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The towers of the sunset

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

Saga of Recluce

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Creslin defies his powerful mother's plans by fleeing an arranged marriage to forge his own path. As he hones his magical abilities, he confronts mysterious white wizards whose dangerous ambitions threaten the world. His journey blends thrilling adventure with the challenge of self-discovery in a richly imagined fantasy realm.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fantasy violence, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

536 pages
150,353 words
16h 42m read-aloud
ISBN
0812519671
Pages
536
Publisher
Tor Fantasy
Published
1992
Type
Fiction
Word Count
150,353
Read-Aloud
~16h 42m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Recluce