The twenty-third web

Richard Himmel

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The twenty-third web

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Richard Himmel

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

What if someone used the internet to spread mean and unfair ideas that could hurt a whole group of people? Imagine trying to stop a sneaky hacker who wants to turn friends against each other just because of where they're from. Can the truth and kindness win before things get much worse?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction book explores the challenges of online hate speech and the impact of anti-Semitic actions through the story of a hacker targeting support for Israel in the United States. Suitable for ages 9-12, it introduces themes of social justice and the importance of standing against discrimination, though it involves topics that may require parental guidance and discussion. The book handles complex social issues appropriate for a Grade 7 reading level.

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

Racial Discrimination Social Justice
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

309 pages
ISBN
0394410890
Pages
309
Publisher
Random House (NY)
Published
1977
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

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